Pharmacy Technician I

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

5d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician I assists licensed pharmacists with the preparation and distribution of medications and related pharmacy operations. The role includes preparing and labeling medications, supporting inventory and procurement, handling documentation, and performing nonsterile compounding or sterile IV admixture when applicable. It also includes patient information entry, insurance verification, cashiering, third-party billing, and potentially immunizations under pharmacist supervision. The technician may deliver medications and medical supplies using an Advocate Health-owned vehicle and may travel between pharmacy locations.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position at Piedmont Plaza Pharmacy in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a holiday rotation. The position is eligible for a $6,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, applicable state pharmacy technician registration or licensure, and North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration within 30 days of hire. Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) is required within 18 months of the start date, or sooner if required by state rules. A formal technician training program, prior pharmacy experience, and an associate degree in a healthcare- or business-related field are preferred.

The work involves considerable walking and standing, pushing a mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds, and lifting up to 35 pounds. It may include exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, communicable disease, needles, and varying work conditions; appropriate protective equipment is used to minimize exposure. Travel between pharmacy locations is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Registration or licensure with the state board of pharmacy according to the requirements of the state of employment.
• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician within 30 days of hire.
• Obtain CPhT certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or ExCPT certification through the National Healthcareer Association within 18 months of the start date, or sooner if required by state rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and matrix organizational structures.
• Ability to influence and develop others toward common goals and outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively with moderate guidance or direction.
• Critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of metrics used to measure revenue cycle quality and processes.
• Ability to lead a diverse group of teams.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl, and reach above the shoulders.
• Ability to walk and stand considerably, push a mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds, and lift 35 pounds of material.
• Functional vision, touch, and hearing; ability to speak and be understood by others.
• Ability to perform frequent fine motor tasks with hands and wrists, including writing, typing, computer data entry, and medication preparation using syringes.
• Ability to take precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts, or bruises.
• Ability to operate necessary equipment and travel between pharmacy locations.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program.
• One year of previous pharmacy experience.
• Associate degree in a healthcare- or business-related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacists with technical duties related to medication preparation and distribution.
• Select, prepare, and label medications accurately, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
• Assist with medication distribution tasks.
• Screen phone calls and route them as needed using appropriate telephone and voicemail etiquette.
• Assist with pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking.
• Complete documentation for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances, where applicable.
• Perform nonsterile compounding according to applicable USP standards.
• Perform sterile IV admixture using proper aseptic technique, where applicable.
• Inspect assigned medication storage areas for adherence to storage policies.
• Complete and document medication admission histories, as applicable.
• Seek additional duties when required work is complete and perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives as applicable.
• Assist with training pharmacy technicians and extenders on pharmacy policies, procedures, and workflows, as applicable.
• Follow organizational policies and comply with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Support area leaders with goals and work assignments.
• Obtain and record patient demographic and other required information; enter data into the pharmacy system for recordkeeping, insurance verification, and label generation; and perform cashiering.
• Develop competence in third-party billing functions.
• Provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Obtain immunization certification and administer immunizations under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, where applicable.
• Operate an Advocate Health-owned motor vehicle to deliver medications and other essential medical supplies as required.
• Operate equipment necessary to perform the job and travel between pharmacy locations as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• $6,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
• Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on position.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED