Pharmacy Technician

CHAS Health • Lewiston, ID

19d

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist in providing prescriptions to patients to improve the overall health of the communities served by CHAS Health. The role includes accurately filling prescriptions, serving patients, maintaining medication inventory, processing prescription and insurance information, and supporting pharmacists with medication preparation and pharmacy workflow. Technicians follow applicable state and federal pharmacy regulations, including HIPAA requirements, and help maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy area. The position also includes reviewing outside prescriber prescriptions for 340B eligibility and documenting the review in the electronic health record, requesting refills from providers on behalf of patients, and performing other assigned duties in support of CHAS Health’s mission and core values.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Technician Board certification through PTCB or NHA is required.
• Technicians working in Washington locations must have an active Pharmacy Technician Certification license with the Washington Department of Health at hire.
• Technicians working in Idaho must have an active Certified Pharmacy Technician Registration license with the Idaho State Board of Pharmacy at hire.
• Float positions require both Idaho and Washington licensure within 120 days of hire.
• Experience with third-party billing is required.
• Experience with electronic health records is required.
• Excellent customer service and oral and written communication skills are required.
• Compassion for patients is required.
• Ability to work well in a team environment is required.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment and anticipate future needs is required.
• Computer skills are required.
• Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.
• BLS (CPR/AED) is required.
• A valid driver’s license and insurance are required for float positions.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions accurately by counting, measuring, labeling, and packaging medications.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients using CHAS Health pharmacies.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate medication and supply levels, place orders, and manage inventory.
• Enter prescription information into the computer system, maintain patient profiles, and ensure patient records are accurate.
• Verify insurance information, process insurance claims, and communicate with insurance companies about coverage for prescribed medications.
• Collaborate with pharmacists on tasks such as preparing medications, managing workflow, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Follow state and federal pharmacy regulations, including HIPAA requirements for patient privacy.
• Keep the pharmacy area clean, organized, and compliant with safety protocols.
• Review outside prescriber prescriptions for 340B eligibility at CHAS Health pharmacies and document the review in the electronic health record.
• Request refills from the appropriate provider on behalf of patients.
• Perform other assigned duties, including supporting the CHAS Health mission and core values.

Benefits

• Annual milestone bonus for eligible employees: $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000.
• Employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
• More than six weeks of annual paid time off for full-time employees.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment assistance.
• Up to $7,500 annually for childcare through reimbursement.
• CME and license fee reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed