Pharmacy Technician: Fast-Paced Patient Care Pro

The Hometown Pharmacy; Sister Bay (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hometown Pharmacy in Wisconsin is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing and processing prescriptions, entering patient data, and assisting with daily filling and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Prior pharmacy experience or CPhT certification is a plus, and a team-oriented mindset is essential for providing excellent patient service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Comfortable using computers, pharmacy software, and related technology.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to problem-solve independently and collaboratively.
• Maintain patient and employee confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with the preparation and processing of prescriptions.
• Accurately locate, count, package, and label medications for pharmacist verification.
• Enter patient information and medication orders into the pharmacy system.
• Assist with daily prescription filling and cycle filling.
• Answer and screen incoming telephone calls and direct pharmacist-related questions appropriately.
• Communicate professionally with patients, healthcare facilities, prescribers, and their authorized representatives.
• Assist with obtaining prescription refill authorizations by phone or fax.
• Prepare prescription labels, MARs, delivery lists, and other pharmacy documentation.
• Utilize pharmacy software, technology, and medication packaging equipment.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and organizing medications and supplies.
• Check in incoming medication and supply orders and ensure products are stocked appropriately.
• Monitor inventory and assist with removing expired or outdated medications.
• Assist with medication returns and inventory counts.
• Maintain contingency medication supplies as required.
• Help ensure owed medications are filled and resolved promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pharmacy workspace.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists and other pharmacy team members to maintain workflow.
• Provide friendly, professional service to patients and pharmacy partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPhT certification (preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy software

Pharmacy equipment

Job description

The Hometown Pharmacy in Wisconsin is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing and processing prescriptions, entering patient data, and assisting with daily filling and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Prior pharmacy experience or CPhT certification is a plus, and a team-oriented mindset is essential for providing excellent patient service.