Pharmacy Technician - Full or Part Time

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacy Technician, you'll play an important role in keeping our pharmacy running smoothly. Responsibilities may include:

• Assist pharmacists with the preparation and processing of prescriptions.
• Accurately locate, count, package, and label medications for pharmacist verification.
• Enter patient information and medication orders into the pharmacy system.
• Assist with daily prescription filling and cycle filling.
• Answer and screen incoming telephone calls and direct pharmacist-related questions appropriately.
• Communicate professionally with patients, healthcare facilities, prescribers, and their authorized representatives.
• Assist with obtaining prescription refill authorizations by phone or fax.
• Prepare prescription labels, MARs, delivery lists, and other pharmacy documentation.
• Utilize pharmacy software, technology, and medication packaging equipment.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and organizing medications and supplies.
• Check in incoming medication and supply orders and ensure products are stocked appropriately.
• Monitor inventory and assist with removing expired or outdated medications.
• Assist with medication returns and inventory counts.
• Maintain contingency medication supplies as required.
• Help ensure owed medications are filled and resolved promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pharmacy workspace.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists and other pharmacy team members to maintain workflow.
• Provide friendly, professional service to patients and pharmacy partners.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in providing excellent service.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior Pharmacy Technician experience is a plus.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Comfortable using computers, pharmacy software, and related technology.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to problem-solve independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain patient and employee confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn new processes and take on additional responsibilities.

What Makes You Successful

Our successful Pharmacy Technicians:

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully.
• Take initiative and look for solutions when challenges arise.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Stay organized and help keep pharmacy workflow moving.
• Demonstrate reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Maintain high ethical and professional standards.
• Follow company policies and applicable pharmacy regulations.
• Complete applicable training and continuing education requirements.

Physical Requirements

This position may require:

• Standing for extended periods while processing prescriptions.
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and occasional twisting.
• Retrieving medications and supplies from pharmacy shelving.
• Occasionally lifting and moving totes, medications, and pharmacy supplies.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Join Hometown Pharmacy

At Hometown Pharmacy, our Pharmacy Technicians are an important part of the care and service we provide. You'll work alongside a supportive pharmacy team while developing valuable skills and gaining hands-on experience in pharmacy operations.

Whether you already have pharmacy experience or are looking for an opportunity to grow your skills, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!