Pharmacy Technician

Koala Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly salary

Vacation and sick time

Benefits beginning day 1

Structured shifts with weekends off

On-site lunches with leadership

Job summary

Medium is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will assist in the retrieval, processing, and fulfillment of pets’ medication therapies while ensuring a clean pharmacy environment. You will work closely with the Operations and Product teams to shape best practices and enhance customer experience.

The ideal candidate has a valid in-state Board of Pharmacy License and possesses strong organizational and communication skills. We offer competitive hourly pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to recognize and identify patient medications.
• Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures.
• Assist pharmacist in retrieving prescription refills.
• Perform data entry of valid prescriptions.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Koala is a veterinary pharmacy on a mission to delight pet owners by making healthcare simple. A core component of this mission is our dedication to clinical excellence. As a Pharmacy Technician you will work with Operations and Product leaders to provide and elevate pharmaceutical care for our customers.

In this role you will be responsible for assisting in the retrieval, processing, and fulfillment of pets’ medication therapies. You will also be actively involved in the development and evolution of our operational policies and procedures that guide these core functions. Your expertise and experience will assist in shaping the best practices that drive world class customer experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary ranging from $18-22 hourly
• Vacation and Sick time
• Benefits beginning day 1!
• Structured shifts Monday-Friday (weekends off!)
• On-site lunches with the leadership team

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Assist pharmacist in retrieving prescription refills from veterinarian prescribers
• Follow up with patients as needed to clarify questions relating to and provide updates on their orders
• Perform data entry of valid prescriptions
• Assist pharmacist in filling prescription items, as permitted by the state board of pharmacy
• Run automated machinery required to pre-sort and package medications
• Fill exception trays with appropriate medication
• Work daily with the Operations team to ensure the right medications are put in the right pouches
• Transition orders through different workflow stages from initial dispense through quality control
• Count and fill prescription vials and affix labels on bulk prescription items
• Pack and ship completed orders including printing and affixing appropriate labels on dispenser, shipping boxes
• Sort and triage the right boxes to ship at the right time
• Aid the Operations team with receiving, shipping, counting, and packing
• Clean, and help maintain, equipment and work areas

Basic Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member
• Demonstrated organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to recognize and identify patient medications
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a rapidly evolving startup environment
• Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced work environment while consistently meeting standards for productivity and quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, self-starter capable of working independently

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted in-state Board of Pharmacy License (This includes Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Trainee)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of experience working with computer and web based tools