Staying protected and healthy while caring for patients is a top priority. Consider the following tips for workflow improvements that can decrease the risk of exposure:
Prescription Orders and Refills
* Advise providers and patients to send electronic or telephone prescriptions only to avoid handling paper prescriptions.
* Encourage patients to call in refills to avoid extended waiting at the pharmacy.
* Advise patients to have an ample supply of their medications to limit exposure by coming into the pharmacy.
Transactions
* All pharmacy staff handling money, cash, or credit cards should wear gloves.
* Clean the credit card machine keypads between customers.
* Maximize the use of drive-through, delivery service, and curbside pickup.
* Delivery personnel should wear gloves, and not enter the recipient’s home.
Let’s continue to serve our patients safely!
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