JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for accurately packing, scanning, and sorting medications. Use barcode scanners and blister packaging while maintaining quality, accuracy, and efficient pharmacy workflow. Pack monthly routine cycle medications and daily prescriptions for Group Home and Long-Term Care facilities. Assist with restocking pharmaceuticals and work station. Work is assigned and performed under general supervision. Functions independently on routine work, and consults with supervisor on any work out of the norm.

COMPENSATION

Pay Rate:

$24.00-$27.00 per hour. Pay rate is based on experience, qualifications, and other applicable factors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Packs new orders and monthly routine cycle medications in blister packaging. Interpret pharmacy prescription labels to correctly select and prepare bulk items (ie creams, liquid medications, supplies) for delivery to clients. Assists automation team in sorting pre-packaged blister cards. Utilize pharmacy software to follow workflow guidelines and to scan medications for quality assurance Ensure labels are accurate, clear, and positioned on packaging correctly. Capable of meeting cycle daily packing productivity metrics and monthly targets and deadlines. Responsible for quality measurements and the accuracy of packed pharmaceuticals. Packing Unit work is well defined with clearly stated procedures, but does involve some non-routine and unusual tasks. Packing Technicians involve their supervisor for addressing non-routine issues. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives and regulations.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to follow state and federal regulations pertaining to pharmaceutical dispensaries.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of pharmacy packaging operations, specifically filling prescriptions in hot seal blister packaging.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with other office staff and management.
• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgement, exercise initiative, and act in the best interest of ALCO and clients.
• Effective in organizing own work and meeting established productivity and quality measurements on a consistent basis.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Pharmacy Technician Maryland State Board license.
• One or more years of experience in a pharmacy setting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands:

Position calls for being stationary and mobile in internal and external office settings. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (with keyboard, shelving), eye-hand coordination, data entry and computer use for accessing information. Should be conscious of appropriate ergonomics and work station setup. The job occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional light lifting of materials (up to 30 pounds) may be required.

Work environment:

Professional and service-oriented work environment is welcoming, inspiring, creative, and team-oriented. Emergency support is available to clients on nights and weekends, as planned. The above description and statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee. They do not represent an exhaustive list of all job-related responsibilities and duties performed or expected of the employee. Equal Opportunity Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact Reisenberg@alcopharmacy.com. ALCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, with a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, personal appearance, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We make hiring decisions solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. E-Verify ALCO participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, visit e-verify.gov.

Pay:

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person