Pharmacy Tech - Order Entry

Guardian Pharmacy•Houston, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Guardian Pharmacy of Houston is hiring a Pharmacy Tech - Order Entry in Sugar Land, Texas. The role is responsible for entering and processing prescriptions into the pharmacy operating system with speed and accuracy, communicating with customers by telephone, and responding courteously to their needs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position works in a fast-paced, diverse, inclusive, and team-oriented environment focused on customized medication management for healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. Other duties may include filing completed orders, packaging medications, inventory, profiling orders for medical records, and filling processed prescriptions for dispensing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, in accordance with state requirements.
Pharmacy technician license, certification, or registration, in accordance with state requirements.
At least 2 years of related experience; an advanced degree may substitute for experience.
Advanced computer skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Ability to solve problems with minimal direction.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while adhering to strict deadlines.
Quality-minded approach, including motivation to identify errors and inquire when information appears inaccurate.
Work ethic and integrity aligned with the company’s philosophy.
Ability to plan ahead and manage time efficiently.
Problem-solving ability at strategic and functional levels.
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Nice To Haves

National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification.
Pharmacy operations system experience.

Responsibilities

Enter new and refill prescriptions into the operating system accurately and promptly to help eliminate dispensing errors.
Triage incoming fax prescriptions to support timely dispensing.
Ensure computer records contain appropriate notes and cycle-fill coding.
Calculate or verify prescription dosages.
Respond to customer calls with care, understanding, and courtesy, routing calls as appropriate.
Complete all prescriptions assigned for processing during the regular shift.
Receive, evaluate, and process assigned refill requests, following up with doctors’ offices as needed.
Develop proficiency with pharmacy systems, including document imaging and the legacy pharmacy computer operating system.
As needed, assist with filing completed orders, packaging medications, inventory, profiling orders for medical records, and filling processed prescriptions for dispensing.
Learn and follow the medication cycle to meet delivery deadlines.
Maintain data-entry records for cycle medication and fill requests, and process cycle medication orders needing renewal as well as new cycle orders when applicable.
Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Company-paid basic life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid long-term disability and optional short-term disability.
Voluntary employee and dependent life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee assistance fund (Guardian Angels).
Paid holidays and sick days.
Vacation benefits based on years of service.