DUTIES:
*Checks for outdated medications and removes them from usable inventory.
*Assists pharmacist in filling prescriptions and prepares medication for distribution, all medications are checked by a licensed pharmacist before distribution.
*Ensures proper safety and security measures are observed throughout the delivery process.
*Maintains accurate counts of controlled substances and ensures proper record-keeping of all transactions related to controlled substances.
*Prepares floor-stock and controlled substance items pursuant to requests for said items.
*Inspects pharmaceuticals for proper labeling and storage, expiration dates, sanitary conditions and security measures.
*Assists in annual inventory of all medication.
*Prepares medications for discharges and outpatients, maintains prescription files and packages medications for delivery.
*Performs various clerical duties related to pharmacy.
*Serves as a liaison between pharmacist staff, computer software companies and drug wholesalers to resolve problems.
*Performs routine housekeeping duties to maintain sanitary conditions of the pharmacy.