Pharmacy Technician

Independent Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Health in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in a high-volume pharmacy setting. You will help set up, package, and label medications, maintain patient records, process orders, and support delivery and inventory tasks.

Prior experience with online claims processing is a plus. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of relevant experience, ability to lift 40 lbs, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CPhT preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a high-volume pharmacy.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Experience with online claims processing preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication with health care professionals.
• Demonstrates Reliance values: Collaborative, Accessible, Results-Oriented, Empowering, and Supportive.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pharmacy activities not requiring pharmacist judgment under licensed supervision.
• Maintain patient records.
• Set up, package, and label medication doses.
• Process equipment and supply orders; prepare sterile products.
• Package and ship medications.
• Setup and optimize delivery routes.
• Maintain knowledge of safety hazards and drug handling.
• Notify Pharmacist staff of dispensing, storage, packaging, and related issues.
• Proper rotation of stock and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of the registered and packaging space.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPhT certification preferred

Job description

FIND YOUR FUTURE

We’re excited about the potential people bring to our organization. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits and a culture that fosters growth, innovation and collaboration.

Overview

The Pharmacy Technician position, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, will assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred.
• One (1) year of experience working in a high-volume pharmacy or equivalent setting required.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• Experience working with online claims processing system preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and an aptitude for working with other health care professionals.
• Proven examples of displaying the Reliance values: Collaborative, Accessible, Results-Oriented, Empowering, and Supportive.

Essential Accountabilities

• Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist.
• Maintain patient records.
• Set up, package, and label medication doses.
• Perform designated tasks regarding processing of equipment and supply orders, and preparation of sterile products.
• Package and ship medications.
• Setup and optimization of delivery routes.
• Maintain knowledge of pharmaceutical safety hazards and drug handling.
• Notify Pharmacist staff of dispensing, storage, packaging, and/or related issues.
• Proper rotation of stock, supplies, packaging materials, and shipping supplies.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the registered and packaging space.
• Must function in strict accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines with deviation approved by the supervising pharmacist.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $22.50 - $24.50 hourly

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.