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Independent Pharmacy Technician

Actalent
Edison, NJ Contractor
POSTED ON 11/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2026
Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will communicate with doctor offices and insurance companies, and manage both electronic and hard copy prescriptions. Your duties will include filling prescriptions, manually processing prescription orders, and data entry within our system. You will handle a volume of 500 scripts throughout the day, with increased activity in the latter half of the day. Additionally, you will be responsible for inventory control by ensuring items are ordered and orders are checked in.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively with doctors, patients, insurance companies, and other staff members.
  • Input and process electronic and hard copy prescriptions accurately.
  • Fill prescriptions and manage manual processing of prescription orders.
  • Perform data entry and maintain accurate records within the system.
  • Handle a daily volume of 500 scripts, with a busier schedule in the afternoon.
  • Conduct inventory control by ordering items and verifying incoming orders.
Essential Skills
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational abilities.
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
  • Effective communication skills, particularly in speaking with patients, doctors, and insurance representatives.
  • Pharmacy technician license or certification preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Prior authorization experience.
  • Healthcare and pharmacy support knowledge.
  • Order entry expertise.
  • Certification is not required but is a plus. Assistance is available to obtain certification.
Work Environment

You will work in a vibrant, closed-door section of a local pharmacy that has been operational for 70 years. Our team of 41 employees, including 5 pharmacists, works cohesively in a supportive environment where the staff is like family. You will never work alone, as there is always someone on shift with you. The owner is actively involved in day-to-day operations. The pharmacy operates 7 days a week with rotating weekends, offering flexible schedules. Training hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Edison, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Edison,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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