Pharmacy Technician (Entry Level)

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority•Tacoma, WA

4d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) is looking for a compassionate, motivated Pharmacy Technician who is excited to learn, grow, and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your pharmacy journey or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to develop your skills while working alongside knowledgeable pharmacists and a welcoming healthcare team. Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced clinical pharmacy setting, learn from experienced pharmacists and pharmacy professionals, build confidence in prescription processing, patient service, insurance billing, and inventory management. Work in an organization that values teamwork, respect, and community impact, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
Current WA State Pharmacy Technician certification
Experience and/or ability to work with electronic health record (EHR) systems
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced pharmacy environment

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists with prescription preparation and dispensing
Triage patients at the pharmacy window with professionalism and compassion
Process new and refill prescriptions (in person, phone, electronic, and fax)
Perform pharmaceutical calculations, labeling, counting, pouring, and mixing medications
Verify patient information, eligibility, and insurance
Troubleshoot third-party billing rejections and complete prior authorizations
Maintain pharmaceutical inventory, inspect for outdates, and restock as needed
Document stock movement, returns, and destructions
Support training of technical staff in billing, inventory control, and prescription production
Rotate through all pharmacy work areas to support team workflow
Participate in monthly pharmacy meetings and annual required trainings
Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards