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Order Entry Technician
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What they do
A Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of a pharmacist to dispense prescription medications. Serves customers and helps to fill prescriptions. Works in a retail pharmacy or healthcare facility.
$40,368 / year median in Minnesota
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Order Entry Technician Job Description The Pharmacy Technician - Data Tech is responsible for receiving and processing prescription drug orders accurately and efficiently while maintaining compliance with all pharmacy regulations. Responsibilities Communicate effectively with team members and clients. Adhere to all pharmacy policies and procedures. Demonstrate proficiency in required software and possess excellent computer skills. Show strong time management and organizational skills. Resolve customer service and data entry issues independently and as part of a team. Receive new prescriptions electronically or over the phone from facilities. Follow the data entry process from patient information gathering to prescription fulfillment. Accept prescription refill authorizations via phone or fax from prescribers. Accurately process prescriptions electronically. Essential Skills High School graduate or equivalent. Registered with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. Strong computer operating skills. Basic math skills. Reliability and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in long-term care pharmacy. Familiarity with LTC pharmacy software systems (FrameworkLTC). Work Environment The work environment is a long-term care pharmacy that combines office and production space. The technician will work in a small group setting at a computer and may take calls regarding refills, troubleshoot dispensing machines, or handle other escalations. The schedule includes one night per week until 7:30pm, with remaining weekday shifts between 8:00am-5:30pm, and every 7th weekend. The schedule is provided a month in advance, and independent work is expected after 3-4 months. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mendota Heights, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mendota Heights,MN.