Pharmacy Technician Specialist

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist is responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products. This role involves accurately and efficiently filling prescription orders under the supervision of a pharmacist, maintaining adequate stock levels of medications and supplies, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to resolve any discrepancies or issues. The position is primarily based in Belmont, with responsibilities also in Middleborough.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently fill prescription orders under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Select the correct medications, measure appropriate quantities, and label prescriptions correctly.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of medications and supplies, monitor expiration dates, and assist with the organization of the pharmacy's inventory.
• Receive and interpret prescription orders, ensuring they are complete and accurate.
• Verify patient information, insurance details, and medication dosages.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to resolve any discrepancies or issues.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
• Experience as a pharmacy technician, preferably in a healthcare or retail pharmacy setting.
• Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, inventory management, and prescription processing.
• Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems and other relevant technology.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to perform accurate calculations and measurements.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety procedures.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.