Position Summary: The pharmacy technician will provide safe and appropriate pharmacy services to patients in the outpatient pharmacy according to regulatory guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist: Transcription of new prescriptions to patient profile Confirm patient demographics are accurate and insurance information is correct Ensure correct third party adjudication of medications Communicate with clinical staff and patients about prescription order status and provide updates Notify patient when medication is available for pickup and/or schedule delivery File all completed prescriptions in accordance with department standards Refer all medical and medication related questions to the Pharmacist At all times, maintain a courteous interaction with patients, visitors, departments and medical personnel Assist with unpacking, labeling and stocking of incoming products Responsible for the accuracy of all cash register transactions (including over-rings and shortages) Compliance with all established personnel and departmental polices Preparation of prescriptions for pharmacist’s review, in accordance with federal and local regulations (including labeling) Refer issues which require professional judgement, to a pharmacist, for follow up Other Related Duties: May assist Pharmacist on compounding bulk medication, as allowable. May deliver prescriptions offsite (e.g., to GW University Hospital) Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education High school graduation and active DC Pharmacy Technician license required, two years college training is desirable, Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred. Experience Two years of verified experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a retail, nursing home, medical center or hospital pharmacy, required. Supervision Received: Supervision is received on a task-by-task, and daily basis, dependent upon assigned duties as designated by a Registered Pharmacist. Functional supervision may be received from the Clinical Pharmacist or Pharmacist in Charge. Typical Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Requires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment. Typical Mental Demands: Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Must be able to follow and understand instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. About GW MFA MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals. The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)