Specialty Pharmacy Technician - Albany, NY

New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Rotational schedule including someweek

Job summary

Shields Health Solutions is hiring a Certified Specialty Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) for our Albany, NY, site. This on-site role supports pharmacists and patients with medication preparation, dispensing, and education.

You will handle prescriptions, inventory, claims, and patient outreach while maintaining confidentiality and accurate records. A fast-paced, patient-focused environment offers growth and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be nationally certified (CPhT) and registered as a Pharmacy Technician.
• 1+ year of Pharmacy Technician experience is required.
• Current state registration preferred; additional state certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and enter prescriptions accurately
• Clarify prescription orders with pharmacists and clinicians
• Label and fill prescriptions for pharmacist verification
• Perform pharmaceutical calculations
• Identify medications requiring special handling or storage
• Assemble medication-related supplies and prepare for delivery
• Answer, resolve, and triage inbound patient inquiries
• Obtain refill prescriptions and coordinate renewals
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and data

Skills

Phone communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

CPhT certification

State registration preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Certified Specialty Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – Albany, NY

Onsite | Albany, NY | Monday through Friday | Full Time - 8-hour Shifts | Rotational Schedule between 7AM-5:30PM, Some Weekends

Join a Growing Specialty Pharmacy Team Making a Difference in Patients' Lives

Why Join Our Specialty Pharmacy Team in Albany?

Monday–Friday Schedule (Saturday coverage as needed)
Benefits Start Day One
401(k) with Company Match
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Fast-Growing Specialty Pharmacy Organization
Meaningful Patient Impact & Career Growth Opportunities

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) to join our Specialty Pharmacy team in Albany, NY. In this role, you will provide integrated support to patients and pharmacists through a hands-on approach to delivering exceptional patient care and medication adherence support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented pharmacy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about improving patient outcomes while building a rewarding career within specialty pharmacy services.

Required: Candidates must be nationally certified (CPhT) and registered as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of employment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Specialty Pharmacy Technician, you will:

• Interpret and enter prescriptions accurately
• Clarify prescription orders with pharmacists and/or clinicians
• Label and fill prescriptions for pharmacist verification
• Perform pharmaceutical calculations
• Identify medications requiring special handling, storage, refrigeration, or hazardous medication protocols
• Assemble medication-related supplies, including sharps containers, syringes, needles, alcohol swabs, and bandages
• Prepare medications for delivery to patients and departments
• Answer, resolve, and triage inbound patient inquiries
• Conduct outbound medication adherence and therapy check-in calls
• Obtain refill prescriptions and coordinate renewals
• Resolve insurance-related issues and assist patients with financial assistance resources
• Maintain pharmacy inventory, including medication ordering and receiving
• Provide patient education and medication support via phone
• Enter and manage pharmacy data, including claim adjudication and follow-up activities
• Utilize database applications to organize and maintain accurate records
• Identify trends, resolve issues, and recommend operational improvements
• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information
• Stay current with industry knowledge through continuing education and professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Licensure & Certification

• Active Pharmacy Technician registration in the state of employment preferred
• Current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred
• If additional state-specific certifications are required, candidates must obtain them within a mutually agreed timeframe as a condition of continued employment

Experience

• Required: 1+ year of Pharmacy Technician experience
• Preferred: 5+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience

Technical Skills

• Strong phone and patient communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Ability to quickly learn new pharmacy systems and database applications
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Desired Traits

• Organized and detail-oriented
• High integrity and professionalism
• Dependable and quality-focused
• Empathetic and patient-centered
• Strong listener and communicator
• Energetic, motivated, and team-oriented
• Able to maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information

Compensation & Equal Opportunity

Shields Health Solutions is committed to pay transparency and equal employment opportunity.

Hourly Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, skills, qualifications, education, experience, and other job-related considerations.

Build Your Career in Specialty Pharmacy

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Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process.

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