Pharmacy Technician I

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of prescriptions including entering patient information and prescription orders into the pharmacy system for processing
• Assists Pharmacist in filling prescriptions by pulling stock, pouring, counting, restocking, packaging, labeling and pricing the prescription
• Provides excellent customer service by greeting customers as they enter the pharmacy, keeping the pharmacy clean and inviting, and answering the phone in a courteous manner
• Aids in the preparation, reconciliation and billing of third-party insurance claims and in the re-billing of rejected third party claims
• Assists in checking and removing out-of-date product as instructed by the pharmacist
• Orders, receives, rotates and stores product to assure quality controls
• Maintains confidentiality in compliance of federal HIPAA regulations
• Organizes and files records
• Maintains all product labels, signs and prices aligned with product
• Keeps work area clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report hazards to the pharmacist or manager
• Operates the cashier terminal and the credit card machine when checking our customers; collect proper payment for merchandise
• Repacks and consolidates supply overstock (e.g., vials, caps, bottles, etc.)

Job Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, Graduate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program preferred
• Experience: Minimum three (3) months experience in retail or hospital pharmacy setting preferred
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to work standing for most of your shift, Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft office applications and electronic mail, Experience with electronic medical records and/or pharmacy systems, Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion, Knowledge of pharmacy standards, policies, and procedures, and of third-party insurance, Exceptional customer service, communication, organization, problem resolution and process development skills, Bilingual a plus