Bethlehem Pharmacy is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and efficient Pharmacy Counting Technician to join our retail pharmacy team.
The primary responsibility of this position is to accurately count, prepare, label, and organize prescription medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work accurately in a busy pharmacy environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Prescription Counting and Filling
Accurately count tablets and capsules using manual counting trays or automated counting equipment.
Select the appropriate medication and National Drug Code (NDC) based on the prescription processing information.
Assist with receiving and organizing medication deliveries.
Stock prescription medications in their designated locations.
Monitor product expiration dates and notify the pharmacist of short-dated or expired medications.
Help identify medications that need replenishment.
Assist with inventory counts and inventory-related documentation.
Follow pharmacy procedures for controlled substances and other specially handled medications.
Verify medication name, strength, dosage form, NDC, and expiration date before preparing the prescription.
Place counted medications into appropriate prescription containers.
Print and attach prescription labels accurately.
Organize completed prescriptions for pharmacist verification.
Maintain an efficient prescription-filling workflow while prioritizing accuracy and patient safety.
Immediately report medication discrepancies, unclear instructions, or potential errors to the pharmacist.
Clean and maintain counting trays, equipment, and work surfaces according to pharmacy procedures.
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