Pharmacy Technician - Data Entry

Overview

Scope of Responsibilities: Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist.  Follows standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.  May assist in orienting and training employees

Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects related to entering the medication orders for various facilities. 

Ensuring that all Third-Party claims are billed properly. 

Responsibilities

Job Duties:

• Provides customer service and problem resolution to assigned facilities
• Responsible for accurate data entry of patient profiles and medications
• Maintaining accurate information for patients and facilities
• Responsible for billing and crediting each facility appropriately and accurately each month
• Maintain and keep reasonable production as determined by supervisor
• May be required to travel to individual homes for meetings or drug exchanges
• May assist in orienting and training new employees
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Attendance Requirements:

• Must be available, and on-time for scheduled work shifts.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as required.

Educational Requirements:

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: AS Degree or Higher in Business Administration or related field
• Pharmacy Technician Certification through PTCB is required and must be current and up to date 

Experience: 

• Preferred: Hospital, Long-term Care or Retail pharmacy experience strongly preferred
• 3-6 months experience as a pharmacy technician

Required (Illinois Employees):

• Registered with the State of Illinois as a Pharmacy Technician

Job Skill Requirements:

• Strong communication skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Broad knowledge of medications and physician orders
• General computer and keyboarding skills