Pharmacy Technician - Full Time

The Hometown Pharmacy; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hometown Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in prescription processing, medication labeling, and patient data entry. You will help with inventory, dispensing, and communications with patients and providers in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates bring attention to detail, good communication, and a commitment to accuracy, with or without CPhT certification. The role emphasizes teamwork, continues education, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPhT certification is a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with preparation and processing of prescriptions.
• 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 questions appropriately.
• Communicate professionally with patients, healthcare facilities, prescribers, and representatives.
• Assist with obtaining prescription refill authorizations by phone or fax.
• Prepare prescription labels, MARs, delivery lists, and other documentation.
• Utilize pharmacy software, technology, and packaging equipment.
• Assist with inventory management including ordering, receiving, stocking, and organizing medications and supplies.
• Check in incoming medication and supplies and ensure stock is appropriate.
• Monitor inventory and remove expired medications.
• Assist with returns and inventory counts.
• Maintain contingency medication supplies.
• Ensure owed medications are filled and resolved promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists and team members to maintain workflow.
• Provide friendly, professional service to patients and partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in providing excellent service.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior Pharmacy Technician experience is a plus.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain patient and employee confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn new processes and take on additional responsibilities.

What Makes You Successful

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully.
• Take initiative and look for solutions when challenges arise.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Stay organized and help keep pharmacy workflow moving.
• Demonstrate reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Maintain high ethical and professional standards.
• Follow company policies and applicable pharmacy regulations.
• Complete applicable training and continuing education requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods while processing prescriptions.
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and occasional twisting.
• Retrieving medications and supplies from pharmacy shelving.
• Occasionally lifting and moving totes, medications, and pharmacy supplies.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Join Hometown Pharmacy

At Hometown Pharmacy, our Pharmacy Technicians are an important part of the care and service we provide. You’ll work alongside a supportive pharmacy team while developing valuable skills and gaining hands-on experience in pharmacy operations.

Whether you already have pharmacy experience or are looking for an opportunity to grow your skills,

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