Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and reliable individual to join their pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Associate/Prepacker. This position requires a strong understanding of pharmacy operations, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. The Pharmacy Associate/Prepacker will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and accurate packaging of medications for our patients.
Responsibilities:
- Read and analyze, forecast reports to determine the Prepack requirements for medications.
- Assist in coordinating the prepack process, ensuring accurate and efficient packaging.
- Collaborate with the pharmacy manager and other staff members to ensure timely completion of prepack tasks.
- Assist in monitoring inventory levels of prepackaged medications and coordinate with the inventory management team.
- Participate in training sessions to learn and apply prepack procedures and best practices.
- Maintain accurate records of prepack activities, including batch numbers, expiry dates, and lot numbers.
- Conduct quality control checks on prepackaged medications to ensure compliance with pharmacy standards and regulations.
- Identify and report any issues or discrepancies related to prepackaging to the appropriate personnel.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and technologies related to prepackaging in the pharmacy setting.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring all equipment and supplies are properly stored and maintained.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; pharmacy technician certification is preferred, but not required.
- Previous experience working in a pharmacy setting, preferably with exposure to prepackaging.
- Strong understanding of pharmacy operations, including knowledge of medications, dosage forms, and packaging requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all work performed.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate with team members.
- Familiarity with pharmacy software systems and willingness to learn new software quickly.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance related to prepackaging in a pharmacy setting.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Note:This job description provides a general overview of the position's requirements and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned based on operational needs.
Salary: $15-$16/hr
Location: Lexington, KY
Shift: M - F from 2 pm - 10 pm, rotating weekends