Telepharmacy Technician

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Graceworks Lutheran Services seeks an experienced Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing and customer service under supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Responsibilities include operating the prescription system, preparing medications, and assisting with billing and record-keeping.

The role requires IL licensure, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a PTCB CPhT certification. English/Spanish bilingual ability is required to communicate with a diverse patient base and care teams.

Qualifications

• Illinois licensure required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• PTCB CPhT or equivalent certification required.
• One year of pharmacy technician experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English (reading/writing/speaking) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in non‑professional aspects of preparing and dispensing medications.
• Open and close the pharmacy.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses on drug administration schedules.
• Manufacture and prepare sterile products.
• Prepare billing statements and process payments.
• Maintain required record-keeping and inventory.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and report breaches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Customer service

Pharmacy terminology

Pharmacy computer system

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

PTCB CPhT certification

Tools

Pharmacy computer system

Job description

Description: Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician procures, prepares, packages, and distributes prescription drugs and pharmaceutical supplies. This position provides appropriate customer service support activities associated with the pharmacy.

Primary Functions:

• Independently assists in the non-professional aspects of preparing and dispensing medications. Such duties to include, but are not limited to the following: properly operate all functions of the prescription pharmacy computer system including patient entry, drug selection, pricing, and correct SIG information. This position provides appropriate customer service support and clinical activities associated with the pharmacy.
• Responsible for opening and closing the pharmacy.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to establish drug administration schedules for patients.
• Manufactures and prepares sterile products.
• Prepares billing statements and processes patient credits and payments.
• Maintains required record-keeping.
• Maintains an established inventory of commonly used supplies and ensures medications have not expired.
• Processes products prepared or manufactured through the telepharmacy system and submits to a Pharmacist prior to issuing to patients.
• Familiarizes and complies with all VNA policies and procedures.
• Meets standards of behavior expectations.
• Follows established guidelines for use and/or disclosure of protected health information. Employees should report any breaches of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules to the Privacy Officer (Director of Quality, Education & Risk Management) immediately. Failure to comply with HIPAA policies and procedures will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation :Hourly Range: $22.00 - $23.00,depending on experience.

Incentives : Earn up to $500.00 quarterlybased upon meeting productivity goals.

Available Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Personal Accident Insurance, 403b, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification (PTCB CPhT or equivalent).
• One year pharmacy technician experience.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish/English as follows: Reading - Required. Written – Required. Speaking – Required. This position verbally communicates in Spanish with many patients throughout the business day. Must be able to interpret and translate.

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
2. Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
3. Ability to deal with high levels of stress.
4. Ability to drive a car.

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