Bilingual Pharmacy Technician (Spanish) - Patient Care

Tampa Family Health Centers Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

PTO & 7 paid holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team in a dynamic, patient-focused environment in Tampa, FL. You will assist in all dispensing phases and maintain medication inventory under supervision of a pharmacist and the Director of Pharmacy Affairs.

Responsibilities include accurate label preparation, insurance verification, patient counseling, and compliance with HIPAA and state/federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish to communicate with diverse patient population.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required (renew every 2 years).
• Pharmacy Technician Certification through an approved technical school, or minimum of 6 months' experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy.
• Completion of 340B University OnDemand Statement of Completion Certificate within first 2 weeks of employment.
• Annual completion of 340B University renewal course, Peer Review, and Fraud/Waste/Abuse training.

Responsibilities

• Properly identify medication from stock shelves and count out proper quantity as ordered per SOP
• Receive, read, and prepare typed prescription labels accurately
• Counsel patients and maintain education literature under pharmacist supervision
• Verify eligibility under insurance plans and third-party payers; calculate costs accordingly
• Answer phones, respond to routine questions, and refer complex inquiries to the pharmacist
• Complete quality control/assurance activities and maintain data records
• Initiate or receive provider communications regarding refill authorizations; manage filed prescriptions
• Abide by Florida Board of Pharmacy laws related to Pharmacy Technicians
• Maintain pharmacy operations including cash handling, inventory, supplies, and peer technician development
• Adhere strictly to HIPAA, TFHC, accreditation agency, and State/Federal regulations
• Support TFHC's Mission, Vision, and Values in daily practice
• Follow up with care team members or patients regarding complaints or concerns
• Promote positive public relations with patients, visitors, and the community
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces and surrounding areas
• Complete all assigned duties effectively and efficiently

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

Pharmacy Technician Certification

340B University Certificate

Job description

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team in a dynamic, patient-focused environment in Tampa, FL. You will assist in all dispensing phases and maintain medication inventory under supervision of a pharmacist and the Director of Pharmacy Affairs.

Responsibilities include accurate label preparation, insurance verification, patient counseling, and compliance with HIPAA and state/federal regulations.