Pharmacist technician vs data entry technician

Differences between pharmacist technician and data entry technician duties and responsibilities

Pharmacist technician example responsibilities.

• Manage the OPTIFILL (automation) operations and maintenance of equipment, including the PYXIS medication dispensing machine.
• Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting team members in promptly, safely and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
• Manage inventory; process physician orders; prepare chemotherapy and intravenous medications; support departments in distribution and preparation of medications.
• Consult with patients as an (CPhT) on their medical usages via written prescription by authorize medical personnel.
• Compound TPN's (total peripheral nutrition), chemotherapy, iv admixture, antibiotics, and other pharmacy medications.
• Record customer information into Rx computer system.
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Data entry technician example responsibilities.

• Manage continuous patient documentation abiding by the HIPPA guidelines.
• Utilize PC to enter and retrieve patient data and process all new and refill prescriptions through Medicaid and private insurance.
• Maintain current knowledge of Medicaid claim regulations and processes.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operation according to HIPAA regulations.
• Safeguard confidential patient health information in compliance with HIPPA regulations.
• Follow all applicable government and federal regulations and guidelines, including medication labeling and HIPAA.
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