Pharmacy Technician - Anticoagulation - Specialty Pharmacy

MaineHealth; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician for its ambulatory Hemostasis and Thrombosis program. You will support clinical pharmacists in anticoagulation management, education, and patient encounters within the clinic setting, maintaining charts in the EHR and ensuring accurate INR documentation.

Six months of licensed technician experience is required, with a high school diploma. A state license (CPhT preferred) is expected, and the position offers comprehensive MaineHealth benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current or eligible for applicable state license as a Pharmacy Technician; Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred.
• Six months of experience as a licensed pharmacy technician.

Responsibilities

• Assists clinical pharmacists with anticoagulation care within the clinic.
• Provides healthcare education and follows clinic protocols.
• Prepares and maintains patient charts in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensures proper documentation of INR results and patient contact.
• Triages phone calls and refers to appropriate providers.
• Assists with processing prescription claims and patient affordability details.
• Provides direct patient care and specimen collection within Maine laws.
• Maintains a clean work environment and follows MaineHealth safety standards.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacy Technician

CPhT preferred

6 months experience as a licensed tech

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Corporate

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 95952

This position is full time, no weekends.

Summary:

Within MaineHealth's ambulatory pharmacy program, the pharmacy technician will be a part of our growing Hemostasis and Thrombosis program. In this role, the pharmacy technician will help clinical pharmacists provide medication therapy for anticoagulant, antiplatelet, and hemostatic agents.

Some core functions include:

• Assists clinical pharmacists with core functions of anticoagulation care within the clinic.
• Provides appropriate healthcare education and follows protocols related to specific clinics.
• Prepares and maintains patient charts for each encounter within the electronic health record.
• Ensures proper documentation of INR results, patient contact via telephone, and any other pertinent information regarding patient care.
• Triages phone calls and refers to appropriate providers.
• Assists with processing of prescription claims and investigation into patient affordability, as needed.
• Provides direct patient care and specimen collection within the scope of practice in the State of Maine.
• Maintains a clean work environment and follows all MaineHealth standards for fire, safety, and infection prevention.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. License/Certifications: Current or eligible for applicable state(s) license as a Pharmacy Technician. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is preferred.
3. Experience: Six months of experience as a licensed pharmacy technician.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $21.09to $27.12 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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