Bilingual Pharmacy Technician

Avita Pharmacy; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,視

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(K) retirement plan with company匹

Job summary

Avita Care Solutions is seeking a bilingual (Spanish) Pharmacy Technician for our Mission Viejo, CA location. The role supports Pharmacists with preparing and dispensing medications and helping patients with education and service.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with no evenings or weekends. Prior CA license and national certification are preferred; bilingual ability required to assist a diverse patient base.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active and good standing Pharmacy Technician License in the State of CA.
• National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or NHA) a plus.
• One or more years of Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
• Proficient in English, strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Remove drug(s) from stock; count, pour, or mix pharmaceuticals.
• Place the product into a container; affix labels.
• Package/repackage as needed and enter prescription information into the system.
• Verify/re-verify insurance benefits and coordinate deliveries.
• Interact courteously with patients and team members to maintain positive relationships.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

English proficient

Customer service

Education

CA Pharmacy Technician License

National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB/NHA)

Job description

The Pharmacy Technician (Bilingual in Spanish) will support and assist Pharmacists with preparing and dispensing prescribed medications and providing patient care and education.

This is a full-time position located in Mission Viejo, CA (26800 Crown Valley Pkwy) and the work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Great Work-Life Balance! No evenings or weekends!

About the Role:

• Remove drug(s) from stock; count, pour, or mix pharmaceuticals


• Place the product into a container


• Affix the label or labels to the container


• Package/repackage as needed


• Type prescription label(s) or enter prescription information into a computer record system


• Verify/re-verify insurance benefits


• Interact courteously with patients and team members to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships


• Answer incoming and make outbound calls to patients, case managers, providers, insurance companies, etc.


• Handle payment transactions at Point of Service (POS) and reconcile beginning and end-of-day transactions


• Coordinate prescription deliveries


• Proactively identify and analyze problems and provide effective solutions


• Perform other related duties as assigned


• Perform in accordance with company policies and standards


• Embrace and perform in the spirit of the company’s core values and goals

About You:

• High school diploma or GED


• Must have an active and good standing Pharmacy Technician License in the State of CA


• National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or NHA) a plus


• One or more years of Pharmacy Technician experience preferred


• Proficient in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills


• Bilingual in Spanish required


• Strong typing and data-entry skills


• Must have a reliable mode of transportation to get to and from our Mission Viejo, CA pharmacy on a regular daily basis


• Must have a positive attitude, be energetic and flexible, have excellent phone etiquette, and provide exceptional customer service


• Must be able to work full-time M-F from 8:30am to 5pm



• Compassion – Approaches every patient and coworker interaction with empathy and care




• Resourcefulness – Able to adapt, problem-solve, and think critically in dynamic situations




• Collaboration – Works well in team settings and contributes to a supportive, inclusive culture

At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all. We’re committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care. Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.

Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.

Pay range: $21 to $28 per hour, based on credentials and geographic location.

Avita Care Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible team members and their families, along with additional company paid and voluntary benefit offerings.


• Six Company Paid Holidays and Three Personal Floating holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Leaves - Two Weeks Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Sick Leave, Time to Vote, Jury Duty, Award Recognition Program, Professional Learning & Development opportunities.


• Company Paid benefits – Basic Life and AD&D, Maven and Health Care Advocate Work/Life Balance Program, Health/Dependent Flexible Spending.


• Voluntary benefits – Long and Short-term Disability, Pet Insurance, Legal, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Whole and Supplementary Life Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.

All benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

This position is designated as safety-sensitive due to responsibilities involving patient care, medication handling, access to controlled substances, and other regulated healthcare functions. Employment is subject to Avita's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy and applicable legal requirements.