Pharmacy Data Technician

guardianpharmacy; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Right Dose Pharmacy in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to enter prescriptions, triage faxes, and support accurate dispensing. You will communicate with customers by phone and ensure proper notes and cycle fills are documented in the system.

The role requires a state license/certification and potentially the National Certification (PTCB). Weekend hours and varied shifts reflect the pharmacy’s service model and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy technician license/certification/registration required per state; national certification (PTCB) preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of related experience; advanced degree may substitute.
• Strong computer skills; familiarity with pharmacy operations systems preferred.
• Detail oriented with ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Enter new and refill prescriptions into the pharmacy system accurately and timely.
• Triage incoming fax prescriptions for timely dispensing.
• Ensure proper notes in computer and cycle fill coding.
• Calculate and verify correct dosages based on prescriptions.
• Respond to customer calls with care and courtesy, routing to appropriate team members as needed.
• Maintain and learn multiple pharmacy systems and processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration

National Certification (PTCB) preferred

Tools

Document imaging

Legacy pharmacy OS

Job description

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.

With one of the nation's largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.

Right Dose Pharmacy , a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa .

Why Right Dose Pharmacy ? We're reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We're About:

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

SCHEDULE: VARYING SHIFTS MONDAY-FRIDAY 7A-7P. EVERY 3RD WEEKEND SATURDAY 9A-3P AND SUNDAY 12P-4P

Responsible for entering and processing prescriptions into the pharmacy operating system with both speed and accuracy. Communicates with customers on the telephone and responds quickly and courteously to their needs.

Attributes Required:

• Work Ethic/Integrity - must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
• Strategy and Planning - ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
• Problem Solving - ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
• Team Oriented - ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Essential Job Functions (include the following):

• Enter new and refill prescriptions into operating system in accurate and timely manner to eliminate errors at dispensing
• Triage incoming fax prescriptions to ensure timely dispensing
• Ensure proper notes in computer and cycle fill coding
• Calculate and/or verify the correct dosage based on the prescription
• Demonstrate caring, understanding and courtesy when responding to calls from customers. Route calls as appropriate to ensure top level service
• Ensure all prescriptions assigned for processing are completed in regular shift
• Receive, evaluate, process and follow-up as needed with doctors' offices on all refills assigned
• Develop proficiency in the utilization of all pharmacy systems (ie document imaging, legacy pharmacy computer operating system)
• On an as needed, may assist with filing of completed orders, packaging of medications, inventory, profiling of orders for medical records, and filling processed prescriptions to dispense to the patient
• Develop and learn cycle in order to meet delivery deadlines. Maintain data entry records for cycle medication, fill requests and process cycle medication orders needing renewal in addition to new cycle orders as applicable
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Education and/or Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED (per state requirements)
• Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration (per state requirements); National Certification preferred (PTCB)

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related experience (advanced degree may substitute for experience)
• Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
• Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
• Great attention to detail and accuracyAbility to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate

Work Environment

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holiday and overtime.

What We Offer:

Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, "Treat others as you would like to be treated."

Compensation & Financial

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only)

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)

Time Off

• Paid holidays and sick days
• Generous vacation benefits based on years of service

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren't "cookie cutter." That's why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonom