Pharmacy Tech

Tuolumne Me Wuk Indian Health Center, Inc.; California; Vor Ort; USD 64.000 - 96.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Loan forgiveness opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center in Tuolumne County, CA, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician. The role reports to the Pharmacy Director, 8am–5pm, Monday–Friday, non-exempt, full-time.

Responsibilities include processing prescriptions, OTC sales, insurance coordination, and inventory management to ensure safe, accurate medication handling. Applicants must have a CA Pharmacy Technician license, at least three years in a retail pharmacy, and prefer certification.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience in a retail pharmacy environment.
• Active California Pharmacy Technician license required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification preferred.

Aufgaben

• Enter prescription information into pharmacy and center computer systems.
• Process new prescriptions, OTC products, and refills; offer pharmacist consultation.
• Handle phone inquiries professionally and communicate with insurance vendors.
• Manage inventory: ordering, receiving, returning medications; coordinate with vendors.
• Fill prescriptions by counting, labeling, and dispensing medications per regulations.
• Train pharmacy associates and relief Medi-Cal staff on phones, cash register, and refills.
• Balance cash register and operate the point-of-sale system; process Medi-Cal authorizations.
• Coordinate medication deliveries with the outreach department.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

# Pharmacy TechAll Clinical Locations - Tuolumne, CA 95379## OverviewSalary Range$30.75 - $46.13 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayTravel PercentageNegligible## Description**JOB DESCRIPTION***Join our team at the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center, where we offer more than just a job -- we provide a community-focused environment with competitive salaries, exceptional benefits, and a true work-life balance.**Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan, ensuring you and your family are well cared for. Plus, take advantage of Indian Health Service Loan Forgiveness opportunities to advance your career while reducing your student debt.**Located in the heart of California’s Sierra Nevada foothills, our location offers not just a fulfilling career but the chance to explore a region full of stunning landscapes and outdoor recreation. Spend your days helping others grow professionally and your evenings and weekends hiking through serene mountain trails, kayaking on pristine lakes, or enjoying the charm of historic Downtown Sonora. With its vibrant culture, unique shops, and year-round festivals, you’ll find endless ways to connect and thrive.**Whether you’re seeking professional growth or outdoor excitement, Tuolumne County is the perfect place to build your future. Apply today and start your next adventure with us!***POSITION OVERVIEW:****Title:**Pharmacy Tech**Reports To:**Pharmacy Director **Schedule:**M-F; 8am-5pm**Status:**Non-Exempt**Summary:**The Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director or, in their absence, the Pharmacist on Duty. Pharmacy Technicians collaborate with pharmacists to ensure that patients receive the correct medication and care and help keep the pharmacy running smoothly. Responsibilities include processing, counting, locating, dispensing, and labeling prescribed medications to patients under direct supervision. They serve both Native and non-Native patients with compassionate care, ensuring medication safety and working closely with clinic staff and team members to promote optimal patient health by maintaining effective medication management. Additional duties include customer service, inventory management, and maintaining compliance with pharmacy policies, including HIPAA.**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Will include but not limited to)**• (Essential functions include but are not limited to the following) Pharmacy Technicians are responsible for entering prescription information into the pharmacy and health center computer systems.• They assist customers by processing new prescriptions, selling over the counter (OTC) products, and offering refills.• Technicians also ensure that each customer is offered consultation with the pharmacist.• Additionally, they handle phone inquiries in a professional manner and manage communications with insurance vendors to process prescriptions efficiently.• Technicians are also tasked with managing inventory control, including ordering, receiving, and returning medications.• They are the primary contact for vendors and maintain cost-effective inventory practices.• In compliance with state and federal regulations, they fill prescriptions by counting, labeling, and dispensing medications.• Pharmacy Technicians are responsible for training pharmacy associates and relief Medi-Cal assistants on tasks such as answering phones, running the cash register, and processing refills.• Furthermore, they manage the point-of-sale system, balance the cash register, and handle treatment authorization requests for Medi-Cal patients.• Coordinating medication deliveries with the outreach department is another key responsibility.• Pharmacy Technicians are expected to contribute to the success of the health center by maintaining a professional attitude, consistent attendance, and the ability to interact well with colleagues and customers.**QUALIFICATIONS:****Minimum Qualifications:****Education and Experience:**High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience in a retailpharmacy environment. Active Pharmacy Technician license in Californiarequired.**Preferred Qualifications:**Pharmacy Technician certification preferred.**Requirements:**Valid California state license to practice medicine.Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation and be free ofany felonyconvictions.Must have a vehicle, valid California driver's license (or ability toobtain with 30 days ofhire), vehicle insurance. Must be insurable.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**This position requires walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; climbing stepstools, etc., stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching; pushing, pulling and lifting up to 30 pounds; raising objects overhead; manual dexterity for operation of computer, phones and small office machines; hearing, talking and good verbal and written communication skills; repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers.**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND INDIAN PREFERENCE:**Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace.In accordance with the Indian Preference Act (25 U.S.C. §§ 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, qualified Native American and Alaskan Native applicants will be given preference, provided appropriate documentation is submitted. In-house postings also include Tribal Voting Members.All positions require cultural sensitivity and the ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse tribal communities.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment TB test, background check, and drug screening.