Pharmacy Technician - Multiple Store Locations
20 days ago
Omaha
Job Description Essential Job Functions: • Perform all functions and responsibilities of Retail Pharmacy Clerk in a safe, effective and efficient manner., • Provide prompt, courteous customer service., • Utilize, update, and maintain data on Pharmacy computer system., • Operate cash register and scanning terminal., • Maintain Pharmacy files and records., • Order prescription merchandise from specified sources., • Process Third Party transactions and forms., • Call doctors’ offices for refill authorizations., • Fill and package nursing home accounts under direction of pharmacist where applicable., • Process prescriptions and maintain related systems under direction of pharmacist., • Increase store sales and profits., • Able to effectively communicate with customers and associates., • Keep floors, clean, safe, and free from clutter., • Make clean, neat, and friendly impression on customers., • Answer phones and take customer orders, ensuring orders are completed on time and to the customer's satisfaction., • Keep inventory of current medications and process orders for new medication shipments., • Stock shelves with medications., • Follow all current rules and duties of the Pharmacy, Company, and State and Federal laws, as made known., • Must keep work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition., • Be prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions., • Adhere to company policies & procedures, particularly in the areas of dress code, grooming, food safety, sanitation, and maintenance of a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination., • Maintain equipment and facilities properly and safely in accordance with company policies and procedures., • Perform any and all duties as assigned. Minimum Position Qualifications: • Willing and available to work weekends and holidays as needed, • Effective written and oral communication skills., • Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly., • Ability to multi-task and set priorities., • Personal initiative and follow through to completion., • Strong communication skills and diplomacy when dealing with people., • Must be able to read shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, bulletins, etc., • Able to interact with doctors’ offices., • Able to effectively use Pharmacy computer system and equipment., • Able to perform Pharmacy clerk and/or checker duties., • Confidentially regarding customer records is expected as a condition of ongoing employment., • Pharmacy Technician Certification (pass certification exam), • Skills to maintain computer files, records and paperwork., • Functional understanding of Third Party policies and procedures., • Vocabulary in pharmacy terms and abbreviations., • Knowledge of common drugs, dosage forms, and generic names., • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and willingness to help all members of the department., • Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired Previous Job Experience: • Pharmacy technician work experience or similar experience., • Past work record reflects dependability and integrity., • Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, OSHA compliance, HIPPA, etc. Physical Demands: • Standing & Walking – Frequent standing & walking. Estimated total time 8 hrs. Maximum continuous time up to 8 hrs., • Sitting – No work activities require sitting., • Lifting & Carrying – Max weight 20 lbs., average weight less than 5 lbs., distance carried up to 15 feet. Must frequently lift items under 10 lbs. and items between 11-25lbs., and rarely lift 26- 100 lbs., • Climbing – Frequently climbing plastic two-step stool., • Other – This position also requires frequent bending, squatting, and kneeling, as well as constant use of either arm or both for reaching in all directions. Other requirements include twisting, neck flexion/extension, cervical rotation, frequent forearm movement, and frequent or sustained awkward wrist positions., • Work Conditions – Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, and sudden changes in temperature. Company DescriptionPlease apply for this position at jobs.kroger.comPlease apply for this position at jobs.kroger.com