Pharmacy Technician - Dr. Bob Smith Health Center
Southern Methodist University Inc

Job Info

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Description

Hourly Range:

$22.28 per hour

About SMU

SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University's entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world - and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU's relationship with Dallas - the dynamic center of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions - offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities - from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.

About the Department:

The mission of the SMU Health Service is to provide quality, caring, cost effective and convenient ambulatory healthcare and health education services in association with other university departments that promote healthy lifestyles and enhance academic productivity leading to satisfying and rewarding college experiences.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

This position performs duties to support the daily operation of the Pharmacy in the Dr. Bob Smith Health Center on the SMU campus. The Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care, which includes preparing and delivering pharmaceuticals and related items, processing insurance, entering prescriptions and inputting data, helping manage inventory and providing all aspects of customer service required to support Pharmacy services. Maintains appropriate confidentiality of patient information and compliance with HIPAA standards. This position completes the essential functions of the job under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Essential Functions:

• Provides quality customer service. Answers the phone and greets customers at the counter. Receives prescription requests from patients and doctors' offices and accepts payments for prescriptions.
  
• Assists the pharmacist with the dispensing of items ordered by a physician pursuant to a valid prescription by helping package, fill, label, price, and deliver prescriptions. Documents all activities appropriately, which includes entering prescriptions, completing reports, inputting computer data and establishing and maintaining patient records.
  
• Assists with management of the pharmacy inventory; places inventory orders, logs in new inventories. Responsible for helping oversee the Pharmacy retail area, receiving and inspecting merchandise, stocking and organizing shelves, guiding customers, and keeping track of inventories. Takes part in the two mandatory physical inventory audits performed each year.
  
• Processes insurance claims (including rejections) in a proficient manner.
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A High school diploma or equivalent is required.

A minimum of one year of pharmacy work experience is required.

National PTCB certification is required and must be in good standing with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Candidate knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Candidate must have familiarity with pharmacy operating systems.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time
• Bend, stand
• Handle objects (dexterity)
• Carry/lift 25 lbs.

Deadline to Apply:

This position is open until filled.

EEO Statement:

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

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