Pharmacy Technician

Polaris Pharmacy Services; Rockaway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Pharmacy Services is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support operational excellence and patient care in a fast-paced environment. The role demands accuracy in medication processing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Offering competitive pay and benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance

401(k) available for Part Time & Full Time Employees

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and sick days

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a pharmacy technician by the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy.
• 1+ year prior experience in a pharmacy doing data entry, intake and insurance processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers complete patient information accurately and enters it into the pharmacy software.
• Verifies insurance eligibility, benefits coverage, patient financial responsibility.
• Perform non-clinical duties such as calling patients to offer counseling by the pharmacist.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician by NJBOP

1+ year prior experience in a pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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Who We Are

Signio Specialty Pharmacy is the NJ division of Polaris Specialty Pharmacy. We are proud to offer competitive benefits and industry pay as well as the opportunity for career advancement to all our team members. Our multi state licensed Specialty Pharmacy is located in Rockaway, NJ and operates as a CLOSED DOOR pharmacy, serving patients with complex disease states; dispensing nationwide via mail and courier service. Our hours are 10am-6pm EST and we are closed on the weekends and closed on major holidays.

Who We Are

Signio Specialty Pharmacy is the NJ division of Polaris Specialty Pharmacy. We are proud to offer competitive benefits and industry pay as well as the opportunity for career advancement to all our team members. Our multi state licensed Specialty Pharmacy is located in Rockaway, NJ and operates as a CLOSED DOOR pharmacy, serving patients with complex disease states; dispensing nationwide via mail and courier service. Our hours are 10am-6pm EST and we are closed on the weekends and closed on major holidays.

Job Summary

Specialty pharmacy technician is responsible for supporting the pharmacy team in delivering operational and service excellence under pharmacist supervision.

Must be registered as a pharmacy technician by the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy.

We do NOT require the position to be a CPhT, however must complete our internal technician training program.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Gathers complete patient information accurately and enters it into the pharmacy software
• Verifies insurance eligibility, benefits coverage, patient financial responsibility.
• Manages patient documents promptly and accurately
• Appropriately triage patient prescriptions to appropriate department such as benefit verification, patient assistance, scheduling, prior authorizations.
• Receive deliveries and accurately check packing slips and place medications on shelf
• Check for outdates, perform inventory and enter invoices
• Perform non clinical duties such as calling patients to offer counseling by the pharmacist, schedule deliveries and accept payment over the phone.
• Call insurance to trouble-shoot processing errors/rejects and call to check on prior authorization/appeal status of patient medication coverage.
• Process prescriptions accurately and communicate with partner HUB representatives either via phone, email or designated portals.
• Consults with other company personnel on difficult or unusual referrals, as appropriate.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and company information.
• Respects and protects the confidentiality of all information concerning patient care services.
• Observe the organization’s formal and informal policies for the handling of patients’ rights and confidentiality.
• Observe the organization’s confidentiality agreement.
• Follow all procedures as described by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)and the company policies and procedures related to HIPAA.
• Maintain and update spreadsheet information for each patient.
• Exhibits flexibility when work assignments need to be adjusted to meet service, delivery, and workload needs of the team
• Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by the pharmacy manager
  
  

Qualifications/Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Perform accurately and efficiently when processing prescription medications for final check by pharmacist on duty.
• Fast typer and proficient computer skills a must.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written communication skills with English as the primary language.
• Ability to work independently as well as working in a team environment, meets deadlines, establish priorities, and be flexible, work under pressure with multiple tasks.
• Must have strong organizational, customer service, and time management skills.
• This position must exhibit maturity in judgment and excellent problem solving skills.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer knowledge skills required
• Basic math and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
• Good organization/Attention to detail
• Reliable
• Able to work various shifts and days
• Adaptability to an ever-changing environment
• 1+ year prior experience in a pharmacy doing data entry, intake and insurance processing
• Registered pharmacy technician by NJBOP; active and clean license
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Should Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job

• May sit or stand seven (7) to eight (8) hours per day
• The employee is capable of performing repeated movements such as labeling medications, scanning and packing
• May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
• May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role
  
  

HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY

• Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
• Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
• Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.
  
  

BENEFITS For Full-time Employees

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Career growth potential

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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