Pharmacy Technician

Georgia Mountains Health Services, Inc.; Blue Ridge (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Mountains Health Services, Inc. Blue Ridge, GA is seeking a dependable Retail Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. You will assist with prescription processing, medication preparation, inventory management, and delivering outstanding patient care under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and compliance with pharmacy procedures in a fast-paced environment. Prior pharmacy experience is preferred and day shifts are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure as required by state law.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred.
• Previous retail pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology, prescription processing, and insurance billing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide courteous, professional customer service.
• Receive and process new prescriptions, refill requests, and prescription transfers.
• Enter prescription information into the pharmacy management system accurately.
• Prepare, count, package, and label prescription medications under supervision.
• Process insurance claims and assist patients with insurance questions.
• Maintain accurate, confidential pharmacy records.
• Operate the cash register and process customer transactions accurately.
• Support medication adherence programs and immunization workflow.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies regarding medication safety.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure

CPhT certification (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Pharmacy Technician

Georgia Mountains Health Services, Inc. Blue Ridge, Georgia, United States

About this position

FLSA: Non-exempt Reports to: Ph Manager

Full time 40 hours p/wk/day shift

Position Summary

Georgia Mountains Health (GMH) is a Federally Qualified Health Care (FQHC), Primary Care facility that is mission driven to provide access to care by providing professional, compassionate and affordable, quality healthcare to our communities. We are seeking a dependable, customer-focused Retail Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team in Blue Ridge, GA. The Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to assist with prescription processing, medication preparation, inventory management, and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to ensuring safe and efficient pharmacy operations while delivering outstanding patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide courteous, professional customer service.
• Receive and process new prescriptions, refill requests, and prescription transfers.
• Accurately enter prescription information into the pharmacy management system.
• Prepare, count, package, and label prescription medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Process insurance claims and assist patients with insurance-related questions or prescription benefits.
• Collect patient information and maintain accurate, confidential pharmacy records.
• Answer telephone calls and assist customers with prescription status, refill requests, and general pharmacy inquiries.
• Maintain inventory by ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, and removing expired medications.
• Assist with inventory counts and controlled substance documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy environment.
• Operate the cash register and process customer transactions accurately.
• Support medication adherence programs, immunization workflow, and other pharmacy services as directed.
• Comply with all federal, state, and company policies regarding medication safety, patient privacy, and pharmacy operations.
• Collaborate effectively with pharmacists and other team members to ensure efficient workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure as required by state law.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred .
• Previous retail pharmacy experience preferred .
• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology, prescription processing, and insurance billing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with pharmacy software preferred.

EEO, E-verify, Drug Free Workplace

Day shift, no nights, no weekends and major holidays off

Learn about Georgia Mountain Health by visiting our website: www.gamtnhealth.org

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