Pharmacy Technician- Relief - $22.52 - 33.15/Hr

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Medical Lake (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify Community Health in Spokane, WA is seeking a Relief Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in a busy community health setting. You will handle data entry, dispensing, and patient care tasks while maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include processing prescriptions, managing stock, third‑party billing, and assisting with clinical duties in line with Joint Commission, HRSA, and YVFWC requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year's experience in a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician license or active Pharmacy Intern License.
• English/Spanish bilingual proficiency preferred; other languages encouraged.
• Pre-employment drug screen after conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Enter patient data, insurance, allergies, diagnosis and physician orders into the system.
• Dispense medications from stock and deliver to patients.
• Process prescription refills and verify availability.
• Maintain stock levels and place orders with wholesalers.
• Verify invoices and label items for shelf.
• Handle billing and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Customer service

English/Spanish bilingual

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician license or active Pharmacy Intern License

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Training Program Overview

Interested in training for a healthcare support role? Pharmacies are the heart of community health, and they are currently seeking trained technicians to support pharmacists in life‑saving work.
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The Opportunity:
This is an educational training track designed to bridge the gap between "no experience" and a professional career. You will gain the technical knowledge required to work in diverse settings, including:
Retail Pharmacies: Support your local community at major chains or independent shops.
Hospital Settings: Work in fast‑paced inpatient environments preparing medications.
Compounding & Specialty Labs: Learn the science of specialized medicine.

What You Will Master:
Prescription Processing: Learn to read physician orders and manage insurance claims.
Medication Preparation: Master dosage calculations, counting, and labeling.
Patient Care & Safety: Study pharmacology, drug interactions, and pharmacy law.
Certification Prep: Get ready to sit for the PTCE (Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam).
Program Highlights:

• Fast‑Track Career: Many programs can be completed in as little as 8 to 16 weeks.
• Flexible Learning: Study the theory online and complete your clinical hours locally.
• Professional Growth: Start as a tech and use your experience to pursue roles in nursing or pharmacy management.
• Financial Access: Monthly payment plans and financial aid may be available for those who qualify.

Note: This is an educational program, not a job. Successful completion of the program does not guarantee employment but will equip you with valuable skills for the healthcare job market.

Relief Pharmacy Technician

Join our team as a Relief Pharmacy Technician at Unify Community Health in Spokane, WA! Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and " YVFWC - And then we grew " for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

• $22.52 - $33.15 /hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

What You'll Do

• Enter patient data in the system, including patient name, insurance, allergies, doctor, and diagnosis. Enter the prescription in the system, selecting the brand, product/drug, and appropriate strength to align with the instructions given by the prescribing Provider
• Fill or dispense the product from the pharmacy stock and deliver to the patient
• Process prescription refills, verifying refill availability
• Maintain awareness of stock level and enter orders for restocking based on defined minimum inventory levels. Verify quantity and submit order to the Wholesaler
• Verify product orders received with the invoice and purchase order. Place a sticker on each item and place it on the shelf
• Monitor and check expiration dates on drugs in stock and prepare expired stock for return to the Wholesaler. Process credit invoices associated with the returns
• Return or discard dispensed prescriptions to stock if not picked up by the patient in 30 days. Enter information in the system for reverse billing
• Complete the third-party billing form and contact the Provider if prior authorization is required
• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• One year's experience in a pharmacy setting is preferred
• Pharmacy Technician license or may have an active Pharmacy Intern License
• English/ Spanish bilingual proficiency at level 9 is preferred. Bilingual candidates who speak Arabic, Dari, or Russian are also encouraged to apply.
• This position is eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 9 is achieved
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing, faxing, scanning, and copying
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to organize work while performing multiple tasks requiring attention to detail
• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer systems, including Microsoft Office, is preferred
• Basic knowledge of a minimum of one pharmacy software system and the ability to learn new systems
• This job will require a pre-employment drug screen, which would take place after extending a conditional offer of employment

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Visit our website at to learn more about our organization!