Pharmacy Technician
- Contract
Company Description
At Express Scripts, we help make the use of prescription drugs safer and more affordable. It's been our mission since 1986, when a group of healthcare advocates began applying the rigors of scientific research to the pharmacy benefit. With the country facing hundreds of billions of dollars of prescription-related waste each year from costly drug, pharmacy and health choices, our mission remains as relevant as ever.
Today, we manage prescription benefits for tens of millions of Americans on behalf of thousands of clients, including health plans and plan sponsors. Employers, unions and government organizations throughout the nation rely on our services. Our team of more than 30,000 employees expresses passion, expresses care and expresses enthusiasm for our mission. We are committed to our members achieving better clinical outcomes and dedicated to delivering better financial outcomes for plan sponsors.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary function/purpose of this job.
Translate prescriptions filled out by the MDO and enters it on the patients profile. Look for patient’s allergies, therapies, and current medication on different forms and enter them on the patient profile history. Verifies all information is complete on the rx and all necessary information is entered on the patient’s profile. Follows all necessary guidelines to ensure laws and regulations are followed. Vary work duties according to business needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The 5 or 6 major task areas required of the incumbents to successfully perform in this job. This list should address at least 80 percent of the job’s content. Weight: (%)
(Total = 100%)
1. Translate prescriptions filled out by the MDO and enters it on the patients profile Enter prescriptions from an imaged prescription within an order status. Technician also enters any necessary supplies in accordance with state regulations and enters any new allergy, medications, or health conditions identified. 40%
2. Look for patients allergies, therapies, and current medication on different forms and enter them on the patient profile history 30%
3. Pre-QA Technicians - Perform the initial entry (translation) of the prescription from an imaged prescription within a referral status. They also input any allergy, medications, or health condition information on the referral into the patient’s profile. Verifies all information is complete on the rx and all necessary information is entered on the patients profile 25%
4. Other duties as needed. 3%
5. Responsible for good housekeeping techniques, adhering to quality and production standards while complying with all applicable company, state and federal safety and environmental programs and procedures. 2%
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
HS diploma or GED
Clear and active Pharm Tech license in the state of TN
Must have PTCB certification
At least 1 year experience in a retail pharmacy setting
Ability to work in fast-paced/high volume environment
Flexibility to adapt to changing environment necessary
Good organization ability and attention to detail
Excellent phone etiquette skills and ability to interact professionally with others
Must maintain confidentiality on all patient policies and procedures
Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within pharmacy guidelines
Additional Information
Start Date: ASAP
Shift: 3:00 AM - 11:30 AM