Pharmacy Technician

MedStar Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications while ensuring excellent patient care. This per diem role offers flexibility in shifts and competitive compensation, with responsibilities including managing inventory and assisting patients effectively.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Sick leave accrual

Qualifications

• Certification must be current or obtained within 6 months of hire.
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications accurately based on prescriptions.
• Assist patients with prescription pick-ups and medication instructions.
• Process insurance claims and manage stock.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Job description

Pharmacy Technician

Facility

St. Joseph Medical Center

Location

US-MO-Kansas City

ID

2025-211796

Category

Clinical Tech

Position Type

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician, sometimes referred to as a Pharmacy Tech or Outpatient Pharmacy Assistant. The Pharmacy Tech in our outpatient retail pharmacy supports pharmacists by preparing and dispensing medications, assisting patients, processing insurance claims, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate prescription records. They ensure efficient pharmacy operations and provide excellent patient care. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift's Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: 8-hour shifts

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

• Sick leave accrual

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Prepare and dispense medications accurately based on prescriptions

• Assist patients with prescription pick-ups, answering questions, and explaining medication instructions

• Processing insurance claims, handle billing, insurance verification, and resolving payment issues

• Manage stock, order supplies, and ensure medications are stored properly

• Input prescription information into the pharmacy system

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) current or obtained within 6 months of hire date
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program
• Previous hospital pharmacy technician experience

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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