Pharmacy Technician 2

MedStar Health; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pharmacy Technician 2 for a remote position. The successful candidate will assist pharmacists in preparing prescription orders while conforming to various regulatory standards. This role requires a high school diploma and relevant experience in a pharmacy or medical office setting, along with certification preferences. Join us to contribute to quality healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of pharmacy technician or medical office experience required.
• Familiarity with chronic illness medications preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare prescription orders in a timely manner.
• Interact with departments for accurately dispensed prescriptions.
• Work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Skills

Familiarity with drugs

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Pharmacy Technician 2

Work Location: Remote

Assignment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: 8 am -6 pm Central time - shifts will be during those hours

Work Arrangement: Remote

Position Summary:

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  Work with the Pharmacists to accurately prepare prescription orders in a timely manner

  
  

Qualification & Experience:

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  High school diploma or equivalent.

  
  


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  2+ years of pharmacy technician or medical office (i.e., biller, coder, office assistant, or prior authorization/certification) experience.

  
  


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  Familiarity with drugs commonly used to treat chronic/debilitating illnesses.

  
  

License/Certification:

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  Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred

  
  


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  State pharmacy technician license(s) relative to where the employee and assigned pharmacy are located (required upon hire)

  
  

Key Responsibilities:

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  Interact with various departments to provide accurately dispensed prescriptions on a timely basis

  
  


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  Work under direct supervision of a pharmacist

  
  


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  Locate correct medication and strength to complete picking of order

  
  


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  Prepare, count, label, and package pharmaceuticals for Pharmacist approval

  
  


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  Purchase, receive and coordinate inventory

  
  


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  Maintain and update inventory recap report

  
  


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  Retrieve discontinued or expired medications from stock; discard or return to stock as appropriate; complete corresponding documentation

  
  


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  Maintain prescription logs

  
  


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  Accurately calibrate equipment and document calibration according to policy

  
  


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  Assist with the maintenance of pharmacy temperature and cleaning logs and documents maintenance

  
  


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  Comply with safety, quality assurance, accreditation, legal, state, and federal regulatory requirements

  
  


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  Performs other duties as assigned

  
  


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  Complies with all policies and standards