UnityPoint Health

Pharmacy Technician- Outpatient Pharmacy

Requisition ID
2025-166840
Category
Pharmacy
Location
US-IA-Fort Dodge
Address
802 Kenyon Rd
Affiliate
7020 UnityPoint Health Trinity Regional Medical Ctr
City
Fort Dodge
Department
Retail Pharmacy
State
IA
FTE
.8
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Scheduled Hours/Shift
Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm
Work Type (Portal Searching)
Full Time Benefits

Overview

Works side-by-side with pharmacists to prepare and dispense prescriptions, keep medication records accurate, and stay on top of inventory. Answers phone calls with a helpful attitude, assists patients with care and confidentiality, and keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes. All tasks are completed under the guidance of a registered pharmacist. Also pitches in on special projects and fun challenges assigned by the Trinity Pharmacy Manager!

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:      

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Creates and maintains patient profiles within the pharmacy system
Performs accurate data entry
Ensures appropriate and adequate medication inventory of controlled and non-controlled medications
Prepares medication orders by counting, measuring, compounding, and reconstituting drug product.
Ensures proper medication handling and storage
Prioritizes tasks to increase department efficiency
Answers the telephone and directs calls to appropriate personnel in a professional and courteous manner.
Adheres to policies and procedures
Interacts with patients and their caregivers to determine their intentions for prescription fulfillment upon discharge. Works with patients and caregivers to minimize transition of care problems, delays, and errors with prescription fulfillment.
Operates a cash register to collect payment for prescription and non-prescription products. Performs third-party billing and resolves insurance rejections
Maintains compliance with internal and external regulatory standards, including state of Iowa and federal regulations such as HIPPA, DNV, and OSHA.

Qualifications

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent

Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English. 

 

Experience:

At least one year in a community pharmacy setting preferred.

 

License(s)/Certification(s):

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Registration as a pharmacy technician with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of employment.

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) must be obtained by examination within 12 months of hire. Certification cost covered by UPH.

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