Pharmacy Technician
Publix Pharmacy
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
02.2018 - Current
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Communicated effectively with doctors and insurance agencies to resolve prescription cost discrepancies.
- Received and stored incoming supplies and informed supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses or physicians regarding drug therapies or treatments for patients.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
- Ordered drugs from wholesalers as needed and maintained records of incoming shipments.
- Performed regular medication audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Counseled patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Educated patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and storage requirements.