PHARMACY TECHNICIAN I (FHC) Salary Depends on Qualifications Location KY 40212, KY Job Type Full-Time Job Number 251900 Department Family Health Center Division Pharmacy Opening Date 01/11/2015 Closing Date Continuous Description Benefits Questions Description CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK Under direct supervision, performs technical tasks required to receive, process, price and fill prescriptions for the patients of Family Health Centers (FHC).Responsible for the front line access to the pharmacy.Responsible for providing accurate pharmacy data to the pharmacists, billing department, and patients.Assists in billing all outside agencies, third party insurers, and state programs. Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class). Receives patients to the pharmacy and directs them to the appropriate area.Receives prescriptions from patients and providers.Obtains patient history information upon receipt of prescription.Assists pharmacist(s) in filling prescriptions by counting tablets, pouring liquids and preparing medications for dispensing.Enters prescription information into and interprets data from the Electronic Health Record (EHR).Communicates with patients, providers, other health care personnel and authorized outside agencies regarding prescription information.Provides accurate times to patients for when their prescriptions will be ready.Enters medication orders into pharmacy software.Maintains pharmacy records, reference texts, and other files as required by pharmacy and applicable state and federal regulations.Assists in completion of all billing activities.Processes prescription claims through insurance companies.Communicates with insurance companies as needed to resolve issues.Receives and processes cash, check, and credit card payments.Identifies patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) and/or other communication barriers and uses appropriate interpretive service.Assists in procurement, receipt and proper storage of drugs and general supplies.Answers telephones, directs calls to appropriate personnel, and distributes information to the appropriate party.Maintains appropriate stock levels within work area.Checks expiration dates on pharmacy inventory and promptly notifies pharmacist of any outdated drugs and/or supplies.Serves as cashier and prepares money deposits and end-of-day cashier reports.Completes daily "return to stock" reports.Participates in quality improvement/quality control activities.Assists in the training and orientation of new employees and pharmacy students.Refers problems or situations requiring professional judgment to a pharmacist.Demonstrates flexibility in staffing assignments in order to provide optimal patient care.Adheres to standard precautions.Performs related work as required. Minimum Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or its equivalent.Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician OR One year of experience in a healthcare setting working with prescription drugs and other medications.Must obtain a Pharmacy Technician certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) prior to the end of the probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment at FHC.An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted, as determined applicable by Civil Service. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Spends lengthy periods of time sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending and reaching.Identifies medical record documentation, requests and/or releases.Responds to patient and Family Health Centers needs via the telephone, internet, fax, computer software and in person.Lifts and moves up to 30 lbs. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be available to work a varied schedule and/or work overtime as necessary (including evenings and/or Saturdays). Supplemental Information An Equal Opportunity EmployerTest WeightsData Entry Exam: pass/failWritten Exam: pass/failTraining & Experience: 100%Please note that Training & Experience scores are based on the relevant (as determined by the hiring agency and Civil Service) training and experience, as listed on your application and/or resume, as submitted here. Any information that is unclear or that is not listed on your application and/or resume will not be considered in the calculation of the Training & Experience score. This also means that you should list your employment dates, including the month and year (i.e., 02/2010 to 08/2015) of employment, as well as the number of hours worked per week. PHARMACY LOCATIONS:FHC - Portland2215 Portland AvenueLouisville KY 40212Pharmacy Hours:Monday -Tuesday: 8:00am - 7:15pmWednesday- Friday: 8:00am - 5:30pmSaturday: 9:00am - 1:00pmSunday: ClosedFHC - East Broadway834 East BroadwayLouisville KY 40204Pharmacy Hours:Monday - Tuesday: 9:00am - 7:15pmWednesday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pmSaturday: 9:00am - 1:00pmSunday: ClosedCLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:www.fhclouisville.orgFHC - Portland2215 Portland AvenueLouisville KY 40212(502) 774-8631Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pmFriday: 8:00am - 4:30pmSaturday: 8:00am - noonSunday: ClosedFHC - East Broadway834 East BroadwayLouisville KY 40204Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pmFriday: 8:00am - 4:30pmSaturday: 8:00 - 12:00pmSunday: ClosedFHC - Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless)712 E Muhammad Ali BlvdLouisville KY 40202Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pmSaturday - Sunday: ClosedFHC - Iroquois4100 Taylor BlvdLouisville KY 40215Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pmTuesday: 8:00am - 8:30pmWednesday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pmSaturday - Sunday: ClosedFHC - Fairdale1000 Neighborhood PlaceFairdale KY 40118Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pmThursdays: 8:00am - 8:30pmSaturday - Sunday: ClosedFHC - Southwest9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220Louisville KY 40272Monday - Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pmThursday: 8:00am - 8:00pmFriday: 8:00am - 4:30pmSaturday - Sunday: ClosedFHC - Americana4805 Southside DriveLouisville KY 40214Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pmSaturday - Sunday: Closed MedicalDentalVisionGroup Term LifeSupplemental LifeAccidental Death & DismembermentSick LeaveVacationHoliday PayBereavement LeaveKentucky Retirement Systems457 Deferred CompTuition Assistance 01 Family Health Centers offers an excellent benefits package, valued at approximately 30% of your salary (including a free health insurance option and Kentucky State Retirement). This job pays $18.13 to $24.38 per hour (based on your experience and qualifications). Are you willing to work for this hourly rate? Yes No 02 Are you willing to work every other Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.? Yes No 03 This job MAY require you to work extended hours until 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday nights. Are you willing to work these hours? Yes No 04 This job requires standing for an extended period of time. If hired, would you stand for most of the day? Yes No 05 This job requires accuracy in entering prescription and patient information, attention to detail, and simple mathematical calculations. Errors that you make could have serious negative outcomes for a patient. Do you understand that if you are hired, habitual errors will result in termination? Yes No 06 This job requires knowledge of medications and medical conditions. Would you be willing to learn the medical information necessary to perform your job tasks? Yes No 07 List any direct ambulatory care pharmacy experience you have. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience. 08 List any pharmacy experience you have NOT involving direct ambulatory care. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience. 09 List any pharmacy technician certifications or diplomas you have (including CPhT or pharmacy technician certification from the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy). 10 Are you fluent in Spanish? Yes No 11 How did you hear about this position at Family Health Centers? If you heard about this position from an FHC employee, please list the name of the employee here. Required Question Employer Louisville Metro Government Address 517 Court Place Louisville, Kentucky, 40202 Phone (502) 574-8100 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisvilleky