Job Information
The Queen's Health Systems Pharmacy Technician, Retail - POB II Pharmacy (Full-Time, 40, Day) in Honolulu, Hawaii
RESPONSIBILITIES
I. JOB SUMMARY:
• Assists the pharmacist in the processing and filling of prescriptions and medication/medical supply orders.
• Reviews and enters orders & patient information into the pharmacy computer system.
• Processes and assists in the maintenance of pharmacy inventory.
• Performs sales transactions and provides customers/patients with information about medications, health insurance, and other health care related services.
• Files third-party insurance claims on paper and electronically.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
A. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Finger dexterity. Seeing. Hearing. Speaking.
B. MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING:
• Infrequent: N/A
• Occasional: Lift floor to waist between 21-35 lbs. Lift waist to shoulder between 21-35 lbs. Carry between 21-35 lbs. Push and Pull between 36-50 lbs.
• Frequent: N/A
• Constant: N/A
C. NON-MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING:
• Infrequent: N/A
• Occasional: Sit. Stoop/Bend. Kneel. Twist. Squat.
• Frequent: Reach: shoulder level. Reach: above head. Gripping.
• Constant: Stand. Walk.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
• Some exposure to cold temperature from freezer.
• Exposure to noise/vibration from office/pharmacy equipment.
• Exposure to body fluids, chemicals and contact with patients with communicable diseases.
• May be required to work with hazardous drugs, depending upon area of assignment.
• Work environment is fast paced, crowded and may be stressful.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION:
• Completion of pharmacy technical program or on-the-job education/pharmacy work experience preferred.
B. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
• Current Hawaii State certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician.
C. EXPERIENCE:
• One (1) year of work experience, preferably as pharmacy technician/clerk.
• Experience to demonstrate:
o Ability to handle cash transactions.
o Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
o Ability to be accurate and attentive to detail.
o Ability to work in a high-volume, sometimes stressful environment.
o Ability to operate different machines such as computer, calculator, cash register.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet