Pharmacy Tech (Certified)
About The Position
The Certified Pharmacy Tech supports pharmacy operations by assisting with prescription intake and preparation, customer service, insurance claims, product stocking, and upkeep of the pharmacy department. The technician may receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or authorized designees when permitted by state regulation and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge. They handle telephone questions that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise or judgment and operate the cash register. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Certification requires successful completion of coursework and an examination through the PTCB or ICPT Pharmacy Certification Boards. Food City is a privately held, family-owned company that describes its mission as running the best store in town. The company encourages associates to participate in local civic organizations and offers flexible schedules. It also has an employee stock ownership plan, with associates owning over 13% of the company.
Requirements
- Successfully complete coursework and an examination for certification from the PTCB or ICPT Pharmacy Certification Boards.
Responsibilities
- Provide and promote efficient and courteous service to customers.
- Answer telephone calls and handle questions that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise or judgment.
- Receive written prescriptions and telephone refill requests.
- When permitted by state regulation and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge, receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or their authorized designees, primarily new telephone prescriptions.
- Gather and record information needed to prepare and dispense prescriptions.
- Store written prescription forms after prescriptions are dispensed.
- Enter data into the computer.
- Stock over-the-counter products and assist in stocking pharmacy department supplies.
- Place completed prescriptions in the pickup area.
- Assist in preparing insurance claims and verifying payments.
- Help customers find over-the-counter products.
- Maintain a clean department and work area.
- Operate the cash register.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Weekly paychecks with direct deposit
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Medical plan with wellness benefits
- Dental plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacations
- Associate offers
- Flexible schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
