UNION MEMBERS AFSCME - 1178

LOCATION: John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital -- (TEMPORARY), NEW SUBURBAN LOCATION COMING SOON!

JOB TITLE: Pharmacy Technician

DEPARTMENT: CENTRAL FILL (MAIL ORDER)

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, provides pharmaceutical care to all areas of Pharmacy Services including Inpatient and Outpatient services.

Typical Duties
* Accurately fills medications and supplies from all areas of Pharmacy Services.
* Prepares stock requisitions, places stock in proper storage place, delivers supplies and obtains stocks from storage room.
* Accurately enters Over-the-Counter (OTC) and supply orders into computer.
* Returns medications back to stock.
* Operates robotic machinery after proper training has been provided.
* Receives prescriptions into the pharmacy from ambulatory care patients.
* Rotates stocks and checks for expired medications.
* Answers and screens telephone calls for pharmacists.
* Answers patient inquiries at pharmacy window.
* Troubleshoots problems involving particular prescriptions
* Receives and reviews prescriptions to provide fast and courteous service to patients.
* Announces the names of patients whose prescriptions are available for pick-up.
* Performs miscellaneous assignments given by pharmacist or supervisor, including but not limited to, clerical functions, organizing and maintaining good housekeeping for the pharmacy work areas.
* May be assigned to different areas of pharmacy to provide proper coverage.
* Performs related duties as required.