Pharmacy Technician - Patient Services Representative

BrightSpring Health Services; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee discount

401k plan

Paid time off

Non-retail environment

Job summary

Amerita in Bentonville is seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Patient Services Representative to perform technical and clerical tasks tied to preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals, while supporting inventory and QA.

Shift is Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm; the role collaborates with nurses, pharmacists and care coordinators to coordinate referrals, prepare IV therapies and ensure accurate documentation. The company offers benefits including DailyPay, health coverage and a 401k.

Qualifications

• Completed an approved pharmacy technician training program.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification as required by state.
• 1–3 years of related pharmacy experience in home care, retail, or pharmacy setting.
• Knowledge of drug terminology, calculations, and aseptic techniques.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work on-call evenings/weekends.
• Strong math and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and facilitates new referrals/admissions with nurses, customer service and distribution.
• Documents initial and ongoing assessment of patient, drug and disease information.
• Escalates to a clinician as needed.
• Answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Maintains documentation in patient records of all clinical activities and communications.
• Coordinates and schedules IV therapies and home medical equipment orders with the Pharmacist.
• Helps coordinate patient care activities with Pharmacists, Nurses, other Technicians and Patient Care Coordinators.
• Prepares labels, prescriptions and worksheets and maintains lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records.
• Generates delivery/pick slips under supervision of the Pharmacist; picks and pulls supplies.
• Obtains supply inventories and communicates information to the Pharmacist; documents in progress notes.
• Participates in branch management, department and quality improvement activities.
• Adheres to accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Mathematical ability

Education

Approved pharmacy technician training program

Registered Pharmacy Technician license

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

IV certification preferred

Job description

Pharmacy Technician - Patient Services Representative

Job Locations: US-AR-BENTONVILLE

ID: 2026-195720

Line of Business: Amerita

Position Type: Full-Time

Company

Amerita

Overview

Prepares technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals. Plays an integral role in the inventory and quality assurance activities.

Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm

What We Offer

• DailyPay
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive Pay with Shift Differentials
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Disability Insurance
• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program
• 401k Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Non-Retail, Closed-Door Environment

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and facilitates new referrals and admissions through collaboration with nurses, customer service and distribution
• Conducts and documents initial and ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease information to identify real and potential drug-related problems or needs
• Escalates to a clinician as needed
• Answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals. Escalates to a clinician as needed
• Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the customer/patient record of all clinical activities and communication with patients, physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Coordinates and schedules the preparation of IV therapies and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist
• Helps coordinate patient care activities with Pharmacists, Nurses, other Technicians and Patient Care Coordinators
• Prepares labels, prescriptions and compounding/mixing worksheets and completes and maintains product lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records
• Generates delivery/pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist. Picks and pulls supplies and home medical equipment
• Obtains supply inventories from patients/clients and communicates information obtained to the Pharmacist as required and documents all communication in patient progress notes on the pharmacy computer system
• Participates in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities
• Adheres to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations and standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment
• Other duties as assigned
• Supervisory Responsibility: No

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved/accredited pharmacy technician training program; IV certification preferred
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice per state regulations
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification as required by the state board of pharmacy in state of practice
• One to three (1-3) years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting, retail, or pharmacy setting
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as-scheduled basis
• Effective mathematical and communication skills required
• Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and efficiently

**To perform this role will require constant sitting and typing on a keyboard with fingers, and occasional standing, and walking. The physical requirements will be the ability to push/pull and lift/carry 10-30 lbs**

About our Line of Business

Amerita, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a specialty infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. Committed to excellent service, our vision is to combine the administrative efficiencies of a large organization with the flexibility, responsiveness, and entrepreneurial spirit of a local provider. For more information, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.