* This position is eligible for a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for all new hires *
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, assists in the distribution and processing of prescriptions and the sale of over-the-counter medications enters prescription data into computer. Performs billings and file maintenance. Receives payments for prescriptions and other purchases. Assists in the stocking and storage of inventory. Interacts and communicates with the public. Reports to pharmacists.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares and prepackages medication for subsequent administration to patients under the supervision of pharmacists.
Enters prescription information and processes prescriptions in the computer.
Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
Obtains all personal and insurance information from new customers and enters it into the computer.
Takes prescription refill orders over the phone from customers
Collects monies owed for prescription retails sales or OTC sales.
Organizes numerically the filing of prescriptions to be kept for five years.
Straightens and inventories all over the counter medications and sundry items.
Promotes a professional and friendly atmosphere to all pharmacy customers.
10.Maintains appropriate records of medication dispensed.
11.Helps in the reprocessing of rejected prescriptions.
12.Assists customers in problem areas that may arise.
13.Puts prescription orders on shelves in their appropriate positions,
14.Acts as an on-going resource to technical staff.
15.Performs related duties as required.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Requires valid State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician license.
Additional Information
Organization: Community Care Services
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a $6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one of the nation's oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region's major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and remaining Michigan's fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses, pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visitHenryFord.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
