Pharmacy Technician, Call Center Lead

Empower Pharmacy; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Call Center Lead to manage medication inquiries and enhance customer service. This remote position requires knowledge of pharmacy regulations, strong communication skills, and a focus on compliance to advance the mission of providing affordable medications. Join a team that prioritizes innovation and well-being, while offering competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year pharmacy or healthcare-related experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree preferred but not required.
• Pharmacy Technician license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely, accurate support for medication inquiries and prescription management.
• Provides expert support to call center staff on medication-related inquiries.
• Processes prescription orders and refill requests accurately.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Data Entry

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Remote - (United States), United States

Req# 4274

Customer Service

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

The Call Center Lead ensures patients receive timely, accurate support for medication inquiries and prescription management while maintaining compliance with pharmacy regulations. The Call Center Lead drives exceptional customer service and collaboration, advancing Empower’s mission to expand access to quality, affordable medications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides expert support to call center staff as a subject matter expert, assisting with medication-related inquiries, prescription processing, and resolving escalated issues.
• Processes and verifies prescription orders and refill requests accurately, including patient details, pharmaceutical calculations, and communication with healthcare providers for refill authorizations.
• Handles calls, voicemails, and follow-ups, collaborating with pharmacists and team members to ensure professional, seamless service.
• Maintains accurate records by navigating internal systems, updating databases, verifying charges, and organizing prescription documentation.
• Ensures compliance with pharmacy policies, regulations, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act standards to protect patient confidentiality.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and varied workloads while ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations governing patient care.
• Excels in data entry, dosage calculations, and effective communication with patients, healthcare providers, and team members to address diverse needs in a flexible and proactive manner.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy or healthcare-related experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree is preferred but not required.
• Pharmacy Technician license required.

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more:https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/ - Link Opens in New Tab