Pharmacy Order Entry Technician – Long-Term Care

PharMerica; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition discounts

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Paid time off

Shift differential

DailyPay

Pet Insurance

Wellness programs

Discount programs

Job summary

PharMerica in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Pharmacy Order Entry Technician to join a non-retail, closed-door team serving long-term care and senior living clients. The role ensures accurate medication order entry and collaboration with Pharmacists to support safe, efficient dispensing in a structured, growth‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities include order entry, basic calculations, claims follow-up, Medicaid regulation compliance, and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Technician license as required by state.
• Experience in a pharmacy setting and medical terminology.
• Ability to operate a computer; recognize and identify medications.
• Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, and effective oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Enter and verify medication orders in a computerized system with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct basic drug calculations, including dosage and conversion tasks.
• Investigate and resolve pharmacy claim denials; perform follow-up actions in POS systems.
• Stay current with Medicaid claim regulations and ensure compliance in processing.
• Track unpaid or delayed claims; generate reports for management.
• Provide excellent customer service in line with company values and policies.
• Assist with medication preparation and dispensing under Pharmacist supervision.
• Support additional pharmacy tasks and operations as directed by management.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Oral communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

PharMerica in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Pharmacy Order Entry Technician to join a non-retail, closed-door team serving long-term care and senior living clients. The role ensures accurate medication order entry and collaboration with Pharmacists to support safe, efficient dispensing in a structured, growth‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities include order entry, basic calculations, claims follow-up, Medicaid regulation compliance, and performance reporting.