Pharmacy Returns Technician - 1st Shift

Polaris Pharmacy Services; Palm Aire (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Career Growth

Flu Vaccines (on-site)

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Polaris Pharmacy Services is hiring a Pharmacy Returns Technician to handle returned prescriptions under pharmacist supervision. The role involves processing returns, preparing labels, and maintaining inventory accuracy in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and pharmacy technician licensure; prior long-term care experience is preferred. Various shifts and potential overtime are possible.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred).

Responsibilities

• Process customer returns.
• File and save daily credit reports.
• Sort based on Drug type and place back in stock for re-sale.
• Pop, cut and/or deblister medications for destruction.
• Process expired medication and adjust inventory in computer.
• Seal containers of discarded/expired medications for haul away.
• Prepare finished prescription product and proper labeling.
• Package materials and products manually.
• Assist in pre-packing frequently ordered medications.
• Label and stock during low volume times.
• Replenish stock and consumables.
• Follow HIPAA and safety policies.
• Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required.

Skills

Data entry

IV experience

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Basic math

Lifting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy technician license/certifications

Job description

WHO WE AREAt Polaris Pharmacy Services, we’re more than a pharmacy — we’re a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we’re raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.Job Summary:The Pharmacy Returns Technician ensures that company standards are maintained, and product integrity is preserved while processing returned prescriptions under the pharmacist's supervision.Duties/Responsibilities:Process customer returnsFile and save daily credit reportsSort based on Drug type and carefully place back in stock for re-sale (if applicable)Pop, cut and/or deblister medications for destruction (if applicable)Process expired medication and make inventory adjustments in computerSeal containers of discarded medications and/or expired medications in preparation for haul awayPrepare finished prescription product and proper labeling, including cautionary and auxiliary labels, as well as other light warehouse dutiesPackage materials and products manuallyAssist in pre-packing frequently ordered medicationsLabel and stock as needed during low volume timesReplenish stock and consumablesFollow all applicable government regulations including HIPAAComply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress codeOvertime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expectedOther duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needsQUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills/Abilities:Knowledge of Data Entry and/or IV experience is a plusKnowledge of brand name/generic medicationsAble to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Able to work at a moderate speed.Able to work during inclement weather.ReliableDetail-focused with analytical problem-solving skillsBasic math skillsAble to physically perform light lifting.Must be able to work various shifts and dayEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or equivalent requiredPharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice.Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per dayThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walkMay be necessary to work extended hours as neededMay lift and/or move up to 30 poundsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this roleHOLIDAY & PTO POLICYPaid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.BENEFITS for full-time employeesMedical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)Short-term and Long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursementPersonal Time Off (PTO)Career growth potentialAnnual on-site voluntary Flu VaccinesEmployee referral bonus program