Pharmacy Technician
Company: Fresenius Medical Center
Location: Kenosha
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Performs designated technical and clerical
tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of
medications, including sterile admixtures and prepackaged or unit
dose drugs. In addition, performs designated tasks regarding
pharmacy quality control, management of pharmacy records, inventory
control and preparation of orders for drugs.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:Under Pharmacist guidance and per company policies
and procedures, assists with preparation and distribution of
products and performs general pharmacy technician duties as
follows:Monitors the drug file and prepares prescriptions for
packaging and or distribution. Retrieves count and obtains
prescription drugs from stock. Counts and fills patient
prescription based on order. Prepares prescription labels to be
placed on dispensing containers. Attaches additional information
and instructions on the dispensing container, when necessary.
Presents final dispensed product(s) to pharmacist for verification
and final check. Organizes finished products for
packing/distribution.Helps to ensure that pharmacy area is clean
and orderly at all times. Assists with monthly inventory checks.
Review stock for recalls and expired medications. Notifies
inventory coordinator or Supervisor if stock is low on a particular
medication. May assist in maintaining adequate levels of inventory
by ordering drugs, following established procedures. Assists
inventory coordinator with the packing, distribution and tracking
of patient orders. Prepares and labels stocked drugs. Obtains and
enters patient, medical or prescription order data into computer
system. Maintains an orderly filing system. May refer to senior
staff for assistance with higher level problems that may arise.
Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all
applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and
federal laws and regulations. Assists with various projects as
assigned by direct supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Additional
responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or
locations.See applicable addendum for department or location
specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The
physical demands and work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Some lifting and bending may be
required. EDUCATION : High School Diploma required. EXPERIENCE AND
REQUIRED SKILLS: Minimum 1 - 2 years of related experience.
Registered or able to be registered as a Pharmacy Technician per
applicable state guidelines. Understanding of medical terminology
and calculations is desirable. Strong oral and written
communication skills. Attention to detail a must. Self-motivated
with a strong work ethic. Professional demeanor. Knowledge of
computers. EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Keywords: Fresenius Medical Center, Kenosha , Pharmacy Technician, Professions , Kenosha, Wisconsin
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