Patient Pharmacy Technician

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation is seeking a dedicated Patient Pharmacy Technician in Las Vegas, NV to support pharmacists in dispensing medications and assisting patients and families. The role emphasizes accuracy, patient interaction, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The ideal candidate has a Nevada tech license, a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of administrative experience in patient care settings.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Aptitude to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparation, control, and dispensing of medications.
• Handle clerical tasks within the Patient Pharmacy and maintain documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and insurers.
• Assist with enrollment in prescription copay assistance programs and prior authorizations.
• Ensure adherence to state/federal laws and organizational policies.
• Deliver medications and patient information in a timely, professional manner.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication with patients/physicians

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nevada State Board of Pharmacy Tech license

Job description

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Patient Pharmacy Full Time Las Vegas, NV, US

We don't train our people to be nice... We simply hire nice people

We are looking for the brightest and the best to join our team!

Are you looking for a career in a high-paced, complex, and collaborative clinical environment?

Two major benefits offered by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

• One of the most competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit packages in the field of healthcare
• A state-of-the‑art clinical and administrative environment located at 215 and Town Center, Summerlin on the Roseman University Campus

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation was voted #10 on the list of the Best Non‑Profits to Work For in the U.S.

What it takes to be part of our team

Are you an exceptional Patient Pharmacy Technician who can interact comfortably with direct and candid physicians as well as easier going personality types? Do you like to be busy and want to be part of a fast paced and accountable team? Can you dedicate yourself to being part of a team serving the needs of children and their families? Can you multi‑task with a sense of purpose and urgency when needed? Do you absolutely thrive on being part of an accountable team serving the needs of children and their families? Do you bring the highest standards of integrity and professionalism to your team? Do you thrive in an environment where you are valued and appreciated for who you are, how hard you work and for that something special you bring to the teams you choose to work with? Are you looking for an organization that offers competitive compensation and one of the broadest and most comprehensive benefit packages available in the field of healthcare?

If you said yes to all of these questions and feel you can add to our culture, please keep reading…

This is a role that requires a multi‑disciplinary team approach to solving problems and patient challenges. "That's not my job" or "someone else can do it" is not in our team vocabulary because we are here to be of support to each other. The primary goal is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's children.

This role within our team is mission critical to the health and safety of the children we see every day at our clinic. The primary goal of every team member is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's sickest children. If you feel inspired by what you have read so far, read on.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision and direction of a licensed pharmacist, the Patient Pharmacy Technician will perform pharmacy‑related functions and administrative functions of the department that do not require professional judgement and extensive tec. This is a non‑exempt position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, control, and dispensing of medications by receiving, stocking, recording, compounding, filling, labeling, and transporting medications.
• Assists in the retrieval, retention, and processing of information, reports, and clerical functions within the Patient Pharmacy.
• Participates in procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, providers, and third‑party payors.
• Contacts the appropriate parties to resolve patient pharmacy issues.
• Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Delivers medications, information, and services efficiently, professionally, and in a timely manner.
• Assists patients with enrollment in prescription copay assistance programs. Ensures proper supervision and accuracy checks by the pharmacist(s) when pharmacist verification is required for tasks and activities.
• Obtains prior authorizations for physician prescription orders.
• Responds to patient questions regarding prescriptions, including but not limited to, refills, transfers, and clarification.
• Responsible for prescription clarification requests from pharmacies/insurance/ Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).
• Participates in quality improvement activities and constantly seeks a team approach to developing and achieving best practices and processes.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality of all provider information.
• Monitors department voicemail, email, and Teams messages.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active Nevada State Board of Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Technician license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative experience and experience in tertiary patient care setting involving interaction with a variety of medical services, contact with patients and families, and interaction with physicians.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral with varying levels of colleagues and/or management.
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to organize and prioritize work in managing multiple priorities. Ability to manage open projects to completion with successful follow up.
• Aptitude to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and customers.
• Strongunderstanding of CPT and ICD‑10 coding and medical terminology.
• Experience and knowledge with the insurance authorization process, managed care and other insurance plan benefits and coverage.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

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