Pharmacy Technician I

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing hospital-based and outpatient services. The Pharmacy Technician I supports pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and addressing insurance claim issues.

The role requires a high school diploma and pharmacy certifications within 90 days of hire. Located at Baptist Medical Center East, the position is regular full-time with First Shift hours.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
• Active ALBOP Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification or PTCB certification within 90 days of hire.
• Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with pharmacy software.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist to prepare and compound medications.
• Assess inventory of pharmacy products.
• Resolve insurance claim issues during dispensing process.
• May have additional duties within scope of role.

Skills

MS Office

Pharmacy systems

Leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Company Information

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.

Summary

Highlights: Summary: The Pharmacy Technician I shall be responsible to perform the technical functions involved in the medication use process.

Responsibilities

This individual will assist the Pharmacist to prepare and compound pharmaceutical products, assess inventory of Pharmacy products, and resolve problems with insurance claims as they arise during the dispensing function. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure/Certification

Active ALBOP Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification required, Pharmacy Technician (PTCB) certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software. Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills. Must be able to meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills. Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance. Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Competent with pharmacy systems and related technology and equipment for practice setting.

Location & Job Details

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center East

Job: Pharmacy Technician I Pharmacy Technician I 121 - Pharmacy Technician II

Job Type: Regular-Full time

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)