Pharmacy Technician

Priority Healthcare; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings Opportunities

Life and Disability Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Licensure/Certification Renewal Assist

Job summary

Priority Health Care in Louisiana is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing medications, processing prescriptions, and maintaining inventory while ensuring accuracy and patient service.

The ideal candidate emphasizes attention to detail, communication, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA and pharmacy regulations, thriving in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• Current Louisiana Pharmacy Technician registration or eligibility.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred.
• Minimum one year of pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmacy procedures, medication inventory management, and prescription processing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, label medications, and manage prescription records.
• Inventory and stock management: order, receive, stock, and secure pharmaceutical supplies.
• Enter prescription information into the pharmacy management system, process refills, and assist billing.
• Greet and assist patients professionally, answer routine questions, and refer complex issues to the pharmacist.

Skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Strong communication

HIPAA compliance

Pharmacy procedures

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician training program

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Prescription processing software

Job description

Priority Health Care is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our team. The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in providing safe, accurate, and efficient pharmacy services by preparing medications, maintaining inventory, processing prescriptions, and supporting patients with professionalism and compassion. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and adherence to all applicable pharmacy regulations and organizational policies.

The ideal candidate is detail oriented, dependable, customer focused, and committed to patient care. This individual demonstrates strong communication skills, maintains confidentiality, works well in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and provides exceptional service to patients, providers, and team members. The successful candidate is organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Prescriptions – Assist in preparing and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Receive and process prescription orders, package and label medications, perform dosage calculations as permitted by law, and ensure prescription records are accurate and complete. Assist with medication storage, stocking, and inventory management, including the removal and documentation of expired or outdated medications in accordance with established procedures.
• Inventory and Pharmacy Operations – Order, receive, stock, and maintain pharmaceutical inventory and supplies. Monitor inventory levels, assist with controlled substance recordkeeping, and ensure medications are stored securely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Administrative Support – Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation. Enter prescription information into the pharmacy management system, process refill requests, prepare purchase orders, assist with billing and insurance-related tasks, and support daily pharmacy operations. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy environment.
• Customer Service – Greet and assist patients in a professional and courteous manner. Answer routine pharmacy and administrative questions, collect patient information, process transactions, and refer clinical questions to the pharmacist as appropriate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Successful completion of a Pharmacy Technician training program preferred
• Current Louisiana Pharmacy Technician registration or eligibility to obtain registration upon hire
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT) preferred
• Minimum one year of pharmacy experience preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacy procedures, medication inventory management, and prescription processing
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with pharmacy software systems
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

About Priority Health Care

Priority Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality, and compassionate healthcare services to the communities we serve. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and families by delivering comprehensive primary care and supportive services regardless of a patient's ability to pay. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes excellence, integrity, respect, teamwork, diversity, and a commitment to service.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• retirement savings opportunities
• life and disability insurance
• professional development opportunities
• licensure/certification renewal assistance for eligible positions

Employees can also take advantage of employee wellness initiatives, a collaborative team environment, opportunities for career advancement, community outreach involvement, and ongoing training designed to support professional growth and success.