Pharmacy Technician

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, measure, label, package, and document medications in accordance with established procedures and pharmacist supervision.
• Transfer medications into sterile, disposable syringes while maintaining compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Receive, review, and process prescription orders and refill requests to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Enter, maintain, and verify medication, inventory, billing, and demographic information within electronic record systems.
• Support medication dispensing activities by preparing prescriptions, affixing labels, and maintaining accurate records.
• Operate and monitor automated medication dispensing equipment to ensure accurate distribution and inventory control.
• Respond to telephone inquiries and provide customer service support, referring clinical and medication-related questions to the appropriate pharmacist.
• Aid patients, clients, and health department staff by providing information, locating resources, and facilitating access to pharmacy services.
• Calculate and document charges associated with medications, supplies, and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare reports and maintain records to support pharmacy operations, inventory management, and program compliance.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED and three (3) years of experience working in a pharmacy; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Pharmacy Tech 2 (HCS031) or position equivalent.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are listed beyond the minimum requirements mentioned above.

Skills

Not specified in the job posting.

Benefits

The Georgia Department of Public Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedule
• Training opportunities
• Health insurance
• Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
• Deferred compensation
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Dental
• Vision
• Long-term care
• Life insurance

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.