Pharmacy Technician I- 32 hrs, Kensington

Kensington, Maryland


Employer: Kaiser Permanente
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time

Description: $3,000 sign-on bonus eligible position!


Job Summary:

Greets members at front desk, enters information about prescriptions into computer system, receives payment from members, and prepares medications for approval by pharmacist.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Greets members at counter or over the telephone, verifies members eligibility status, and receives prescriptions from members for pharmaceuticals.

  • Enters prescription information into computer system and prints labels for use by pharmacist.

  • Receives payment according to terms of members plan.

  • Selects requested drugs from Baker cell dispenser or counts drugs from pharmacy shelf.

  • Attaches labels to container for review by pharmacist.

  • Reconstitutes medications by mixing with fluids.

  • Calls members to pick-up completed prescription.

  • Receives payment for over-the-counter medications and medical supplies selected by members.

  • Answers routine inquiries from members regarding health plan drug coverage, prices, and related issues.

  • Identifies situations when patient should speak with pharmacist regarding use of drugs and asks pharmacist to speak to member.

  • Performs other related duties as directed.
Saturday and Sunday 845am-545pm
Thursday and Friday 3p-1130p


Basic Qualifications:

Experience

  • N/A

Education

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

  • If Technician is not licensed prior to hire, must complete KPMAS Technician Training Program within 6 months.

License, Certification, Registration

  • Pharmacy Technician License (Maryland) within 6 months of hire

OR

  • Pharmacist Intern License (Maryland)

Additional Requirements:

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacy nomenclature and calculations.

  • Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Note that qualified technicians who meet critieria for the Tech II job position will be paid according to the Tech II pay scale.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in pharmacy preferred.


Primary Location: Maryland,Kensington,Kensington I Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
Shift: Evening
Workdays: Sat, Sun, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:45 AM
Working Hours End: 11:30 PM
Job Schedule: Part-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: M40|OPEIU|Local 2
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Kensington I Medical Center - O/P Pharmacy 1st Floor-A/Main - 1808
Pay Range: $22.62 - $27.04 / hour
Sign on bonus: $3000.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest

Created: 2024-05-08
Reference: 1275021
Country: United States
State: Maryland
City: Kensington



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