Certified Pharmacy Technician
Job Description
Job Title: Certified Pharmacy Technician
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Certified Pharmacy Technician to join our healthcare team. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, managing prescription orders, maintaining inventory, and providing exceptional support to patients and healthcare professionals. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical services while maintaining compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations and pharmacy standards.
The Certified Pharmacy Technician is responsible for processing prescriptions, preparing medications, labeling pharmaceutical products, maintaining patient records, and assisting with insurance claim processing. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will collaborate closely with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. This Certified Pharmacy Technician role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient safety.
The Certified Pharmacy Technician will accurately prepare medications, manage inventory, monitor medication supplies, and ensure proper storage of pharmaceuticals. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will also assist with medication reconciliation, prescription verification support, and customer service responsibilities. A successful Certified Pharmacy Technician demonstrates professionalism, integrity, accuracy, and dedication to delivering high-quality pharmacy services.
Responsibilities:
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription medications.
- Accurately receive, process, and enter prescription information into pharmacy systems.
- Label, package, and organize medications according to established procedures.
- Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and pharmacy documentation.
- Process prescription refills and assist with medication order verification.
- Manage pharmaceutical inventory, stock shelves, and rotate medications appropriately.
- Monitor medication expiration dates and remove expired inventory.
- Assist with ordering medications and pharmacy supplies.
- Prepare sterile and non-sterile medications under pharmacist supervision when permitted.
- Support medication reconciliation and prescription clarification processes.
- Process insurance claims and resolve billing issues when appropriate.
- Provide courteous customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Answer pharmacy telephone calls and direct inquiries appropriately.
- Assist patients with prescription pick-up procedures and medication information under pharmacist guidance.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and organizational pharmacy regulations.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of medications, including controlled substances.
- Support quality assurance initiatives and medication safety programs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy work environment.
- Collaborate with pharmacists and healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
- Participate in ongoing training, continuing education, and professional development activities.
Qualifications
- PTCB or ExCPT certification: (except in Puerto Rico)
- Work experience: One year of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or hospital setting.
- Fluency in English: Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico)
- Flexible schedule: Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
- Immunization certification: Willingness to obtain active immunization certification within 90 days of hire (except in Community Specialty Pharmacy, Health System Pharmacy locations, or in locations where this role is covered under a collective bargaining agreement)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Retirement savings plan options.
- Continuing education and certification support.
- Career advancement opportunities within pharmacy services.
- Flexible scheduling opportunities.
- Employee wellness and assistance programs.
- Supportive and collaborative healthcare work environment.
- Employee recognition and professional development programs.
- Tuition assistance programs where applicable.
- Access to ongoing pharmacy training and educational resources.
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