Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
- Full-Time
- Rancho Cucamonga, CA
- Walmart
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Essential Functions
An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation
Enters prescription data into pharmacy software by reading the prescription; translating prescription information into corresponding system codes;
transcribing appropriate prescription data (for example, written date, drug name, strength, directions for use (sig), refills, name of prescribing
physician, and prescriber DEA number); and creating or modifying patient/customer records.
Fills prescriptions by retrieving prescription orders; counting, pouring, measuring or weighing medication tablets, liquids, and creams; mixing or
reconstituting medications as needed; selecting, filling, and labeling prescription containers; and operating scanning equipment and/or automated
dispensing systems to ensure prescription accuracy.
Monitors and resolves problems in the prescription fulfillment process by processing information for third-party insurance claims; rescanning illegible
images; alerting patients to inventory that is out of stock, partial fills, and the need for physician authorizations on refills; and identifying situations
requiring pharmacist's action and resolution.
Processes customer purchases by operating cash registers and related hardware; approving monetary transactions; and using appropriate
procedures for different payment types and items sold.
Promotes and maintains the Pharmacy's professional reputation and provides patients/customers with pharmacy products and services in accordance
with local, state, and federal laws and corporate policies and procedures by assisting the pharmacist in the prescription fulfillment process;
maintaining the pharmacy and its merchandise; stocking and rotating merchandise and supplies from distribution centers and suppliers; handling
claims and returns; answering the pharmacy telephone; processing third-party insurance claims and/or rejections; assisting patients/customers with
prescription orders and purchases; completing, maintaining, and securing paperwork, forms, and other required documentation; and maintaining a
safe shopping environment.
Checks out prescription(s) from the pharmacy to the customer at pick-up by verifying patient information according to corporate policies and
procedures, and entering it into the TaSCO system; marking appropriate prescriptions for pick-up; retrieving prescription bag from will-call bin;
scanning security tags; gathering electronic signatures for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) acknowledgment and third
party payer, if applicable; and using TaSCO to log the sale of restricted pharmaceutical items.
Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy;
and applying these in executing business processes and practices.
Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other
business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and
recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Meets state requirements to work as a Pharmacy Technician, such as minimum age, qualification, registration, certification, and/or licensure when
required by the State Board of Pharmacy
Must obtain national certification issued by PTCB (PTCE) or NHA (ExCPT) within one year of job entry in Walmart designated states.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Pharmacy Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Pharmacy Technician Certification (Required)
- PTCB Certification (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
- Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
- High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
- Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
- Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Plastic shield at work stations
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place