Order Entry Technician

A-Line Staffing began in 2004 with just two of us – a father and son with 30 combined years of experience started the company out of a basement in Warren, Michigan. We started our company with just one placement, and continue to build the company and our relationships – one placement at a time.

Performs order entry tasks and the related activities in support of the medication dispensing process.

• Calculates and/or verifies the correct dosage based on the prescription Enters new and refill orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process orders based on the priority assigned Batch and print labels, forms and delivery tickets
• Prepare backup pharmacy orders Comply with a process that addresses all state and federal guidelines regarding medication labeling.
• Provide dispensing pharmacists with information regarding allergies and drug interactions, therapeutic duplications, and other items that the computer flags.
• Courteously assists all internal and external customers
• Consult with dispensing pharmacist regarding prescription order clarification, non-stock items, order entry problems or concerns.
• Complete all data fields according to pharmacy procedures including use of approved abbreviations.
• Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
• Assist with pharmacy workflow as needed
• Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary by location.

Management Responsibilities:

• None Physical

Minimum (Required) Qualifications: (must be met in order to perform the job at the required level)

• Good interpersonal skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and be flexible
• Good organizational skills and detail oriented
• Knowledge of medical terminology (including sig codes and Roman numeral), brand and generic names of medications and general pharmacy terminology
• Ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently when inputting information
• Ability to maintain composure on phone when handling customer calls.
• Licensed/registered pharmacy technician or as required by state law
• Basic math and analytical skills Intermediate typing/keyboarding skills
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous pharmacy technician experience
• Previous data entry experience