Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
As a Pharmacy Technician, you support accurate and efficient patient service under a pharmacist’s supervision. You assist with prescription processing, data entry, medication preparation, and transactions within regulatory guidelines. You regularly interact with customers, answer inquiries, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist. You also help maintain an organized and compliant pharmacy by managing records, restocking supplies, and keeping the work area clean. The role involves following federal and state regulations, handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and supporting daily pharmacy operations.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old, or at least 18 years old where required by location.
- Current Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure where applicable.
- Ability to operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems.
- Successful completion of required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements.
- Working knowledge of pharmacy procedures, prescription processing, and HIPAA guidelines.
- Proficiency with computer systems and basic math calculations.
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Professional and courteous communication with patients and effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
- Accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
- Comfort standing for extended periods and completing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
Nice To Haves
- Availability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines.
- Interact with customers, answer inquiries, process transactions, and refer clinical questions to the pharmacist.
- Maintain pharmacy records and manage documentation.
- Restock supplies and keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
- Follow HIPAA requirements and applicable federal and state pharmacy laws.
- Support daily pharmacy operations and maintain workflow and compliance standards.
Benefits
- Competitive wages paid weekly.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Associate discounts.
- Training, career growth, and development opportunities.
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
- Vacation and paid time off.
- Vision, disability, and life insurance, depending on length of service, hours worked, and applicable agreements.
- Sick pay accrued based on hours worked.
- Paid holidays, described as between 7 and 9 days annually.
- Bereavement pay.
- Retirement benefits, including pension and/or 401(k) eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
