Pharmacy Technician- Hospital

Location:

New Parkland Hospital

A pharmacy technician who supports patient medication needs for all transitions of care primarily focusing on discharge, clinic and take-home medication needs. The technician may Interview and advises patients of funding programs for medication reimbursements to begin eligibility determination and assure that all Parkland patients are screened and qualified for available assistance. The technician will work collaboratively with pharmacists, physicians, advance practice providers, nurses, and care managers to facilitate medication needs at transitions of care.

They will provide direct support to pharmacists and pharmacy staff in packaging and labeling, tracking inventory, maintaining records, and performing clerical duties for medications received from patient assistance or other government programs.

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Must have 4 years of pharmacy technician experience. Experience in working in hospitals, medication billing or prior authorizations or patient assistance programs is preferred.

May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Must have current registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.

Active Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification is preferred but not required.

• Must be able to pass the Pharmacy math and spelling test with a minimum score of 80%.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of different drug types.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of medical and healthcare terminology.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued care.
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers and standard office software. Basic knowledge of medical software also required.
• Must have basic knowledge of public assistance and/or vendor programs and required forms.
• Must have knowledge of third party payors and understand managed care and insurance contractual arrangements.
• Must be detailed oriented, possess basic mathematical skills, and have sharp analytical skills to resolve financial issues as they relate to multiple groups including third party payors, physicians, patients and Parkland.
• Must demonstrate a positive demeanor, good verbal and written communication skills, and be professional in both appearance and approach.
• Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multiple tasks simultaneously including instructing and counseling patients regarding Parkland payment policies and public assistance programs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, government entities, insurance companies, and Parkland staff.
• Must be able to solve problems within the guidelines of established policies and procedures.
• Must be able to successfully complete additional job related training when offered.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

• Assist patients with medication needs at any transition of care including inpatient, inpatient discharge, clinic administered medications, hospital at home and take-home medications.
• Interview and begin the application process for patients who have been identified and referred for medication assistance with Pharmaceutical, Vendor, or Government Related Patient Assistance Programs. Obtain patient demographics and financial information to identify the appropriate medication assistance program.
• Assist patients by completing the application process for medication assistance and government agencies which includes pharmaceutical patient assistance programs, Texas HIV program and Medicare…