at Amerita, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - PATIENT SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE
Job Locations
US-IL-CHICAGO
ID
2023-108333
Line of Business
Amerita
Position Type
Full-Time
Our Company
Amerita
Overview
Amerita, Inc. is a leading provider in home Infusion therapy. We are looking for a pharmacy technician to coordinate and schedule the preparation of IV therapies and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
As a core member of the team, you will arrange technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation of labeling and dispensing pharmaceuticals as well as conducting inventory and quality assurance activities.
High-quality, affordable benefits for all Full-time and Part-time Employees:
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits plus, HSA & FSA Savings Accounts
* Paid Time Off & Holidays
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
* Supplemental Coverage - Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* Employee Discounts
Responsibilities
Coordinates and schedules the preparation of IV therapies and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
Helps organize patient care activities with Pharmacists, Nurses, other Technicians and Patient Care Coordinators.
Prepares labels, prescriptions and compounding/mixing worksheets and completes and maintains product lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records.
Generates delivery/pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist; picks and pulls supplies and home medical equipment.
Obtains supply inventories from patients/clients, communicate information obtained to the Pharmacist as required, and document all communication in patient progress notes on the pharmacy computer system.
Participates in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities.
Adheres to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations, and standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment.
Qualifications
Successful completion of an approved/accredited pharmacy technician training program; IV certification preferred
One to three (1-3) years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting, retail, or pharmacy setting
General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
Effective mathematical and communication skills required
Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
Ability to work independently, accurately, and efficiently
Valid driver's license, preferred
About our Line of Business
Amerita is a specialty infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. Committed to excellent service, our vision is to combine the administrative efficiencies of a large organization with the flexibility, responsiveness and entrepreneurial spirit of a local provider. For more information about Amerita, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on TwitterandLinkedIn.
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