Pharmacy Tech - Urology

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Pharmacy:

Processing of erectile dysfunction drugs (Sildenafil, Tadalafil)- Cash transactions Processing Oncolytic drugs- paid by insurance.

Doing insurance prior AUTH's Run insurance claims for payment for these drugs. Foundation patient enrollment Grant balance and re-enrollment management Perform monthly refills.

Take payments for refills/new rx, posting, and creating claims in EMR for all drugs. Preparing drugs for Pick up Submitting medication orders onto an outside pharmacys website: Compounds.

Taking payments, posting payments, and claim creation for these drugs.

Keeping inventory for drugs Ordering Drugs as needed. Answer designated office dispensary refill phone line. Schedule patients that need necessary annual follow-ups for rx renewals. Any other clerical tasks as assigned by the pharmacy manager.

Education:

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). Pharmacy technician certification from an accredited medical vocational course required.

License Requirements:

Active Virginia Pharmacy Tech license

Experience:

Minimum one year of pharmacy technician in a pharmacy setting.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type from draft copy and review and edit reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make calculations, balance and reconcile figures, and make changes accurately.
• Knowledge of pharmacy technician tasks that include processing prescriptions, labeling medications, running insurance claims for payment.
• Familiarity with healthcare systems, regulations, policies, and functions.
• Knowledge of infection control and safety standards.

Skills:

• Skill in operating pharmacy software
• Skill in organizational matters, including time management, prioritization, multitasking, and problem-solving.
• Common computer skills

Abilities:

• Ability to type 60 words per minute using word-processing software.
• Able to learn/use other computer programs including Microsoft Excel, e-mail, Internet, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to sort and file materials correctly using alphabetic or numeric systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and other clinical staff, and the public.

Equipment Operated:

Office computer, eClinicalWorks EMR

Work Environment:

Work performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff and patients.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

Manual dexterity for office machine operation including computer; stooping, mobility to complete errands or deliveries, or sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Stress can be triggered by multiple staff demands and deadlines.