Pharmacy Technician

Medix; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix in Los Angeles is seeking a bilingual Spanish Pharmacy Technician to support daily pharmacy operations and provide excellent service to patients. New graduates are welcome to apply - training will be provided on the job.

The role involves inputting patient demographics, processing prescriptions, verifying insurance, maintaining inventory, and assisting the pharmacist in a fast-paced, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Current Pharmacy Technician License.
• Fluent/Bilingual Spanish.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Hardworking and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Input and maintain accurate patient demographic information.
• Process prescriptions using prescription processing software.
• Screen and process prescription refills.
• Verify refills and identify duplicate prescriptions.
• Enter medication dosage and strength into the prescription processing system.
• Verify third-party insurance coverage and ensure accurate billing.
• Retrieve medications from pharmacy stock.
• Count, pour, and mix pharmaceuticals as directed.
• Affix prescription labels and properly package or repackage medications.
• Verify patient identification using two forms of identification at will-call.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy inventory.
• Support the pharmacist with daily pharmacy operations.
• Follow medication safety procedures and established protocols.
• Comply with all applicable pharmacy rules, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Provide professional and compassionate customer service to patients.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Customer service

Education

Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

Athena/EMR systems

Job description

Pharmacy Technician - Bilingual Spanish

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch

Weekend Requirement: Every other Saturday

Pay: $22-$23HR

We are seeking a Bilingual Spanish Pharmacy Technician to support daily pharmacy operations and provide excellent service to patients.New graduates are welcome to apply-training will be provided on the job.

Responsibilities

• Input and maintain accurate patient demographic information
• Process prescriptions using prescription processing software
• Screen and process prescription refills
• Verify refills and identify duplicate prescriptions
• Enter medication dosage and strength into the prescription processing system
• Verify third-party insurance coverage and ensure accurate billing
• Retrieve medications from pharmacy stock
• Count, pour, and mix pharmaceuticals as directed
• Affix prescription labels and properly package or repackage medications
• Verify patient identification using two forms of identification at will-call
• Maintain accurate pharmacy inventory
• Support the pharmacist with daily pharmacy operations
• Follow medication safety procedures and established protocols
• Comply with all applicable pharmacy rules, regulations, and organizational policies
• Provide professional and compassionate customer service to patients

Required Qualifications

• Current Pharmacy Technician License
• Fluent/Bilingual Spanish
• Strong customer service skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Hardworking and eager to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy technician experience
• Experience with Athena/EMR systems
• Pharmacy technician experience in a healthcare or community health setting

Schedule & Weekend Requirement

This is a 40-hour-per-week position.

• Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
• Every other Saturday is required, as Saturday is one of the pharmacy's busiest days

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community
• On-the-job training available for new graduates
• Stable 40-hour workweek
• Supportive healthcare environment
• Opportunity to grow your pharmacy career

• We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
• As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.