Pharmacy Technician II (Retail) Central Fill -Call Center

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to provide essential support in medication management and customer service. In this vital role, you will process medication orders, maintain inventory, and ensure efficient pharmacy operations. This position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for a one-year commitment, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to advance their pharmacy career. Join a team that values professionalism and quality service, while contributing to the well-being of patients in the community. If you are passionate about pharmacy and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have Pharmacy Technician Certification or equivalent experience.
• Completion of a pharmacy technician training program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders and prepare medications for pharmacist check.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Medication Preparation

Inventory Management

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Tools

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

*This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus for a 1-year commitment*

Provides distributive pharmacy services, assistance and support for the registered pharmacist.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processes medication orders including computer order entry, medication preparation and assembles all items prior to pharmacist final check. (25%)
• Maintains pharmacy inventory and supplies according to established policies and procedures, including inspection of assigned areas and use of pharmacy computer systems. (25%)
• Provides customer service by taking patient’s prescriptions and documenting all required information, handles all customer interactions in a courteous and efficient manner, and releases medications required by policy/procedure. (25%)
• For Outpatient Techs: Validates Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial insurance drug coverage and ensures adjudication is complete addressing any error messages, plus handles cash, prepares deposits and accounting reports. (25%)
• For Inpatient Techs: Compounds, stocks, repackages and batches from bulk medications. Prepares routine patient orders for IV pharmaceuticals including compounding, preparation and labeling of any IV admixture including antibiotics, solutions, irrigations, narcotics, parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy (25%)
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or ExCPT Pharmacy Technician - National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Incumbents in role as of July 1, 2022 must achieve CPhT by 1/1/2024.
• Completion of a pharmacy technician training program or 1 year equivalent experience in lieu of formal training program.

Preferred

• 1 year of pharmacy experience in respective area.