What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Pharmacy Technician position at Mercy Care?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Position Purpose
At Mercy Care, our Certified Pharmacy Technicians are essential to delivering compassionate, high-quality pharmaceutical care to Atlanta’s most vulnerable populations. Working under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, you will assist in preparing and distributing medications, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate patient records. Your role supports our mission to provide courteous, timely, and cooperative service to patients, caregivers, and staff.
What You Will Do
Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Position Purpose
At Mercy Care, our Certified Pharmacy Technicians are essential to delivering compassionate, high-quality pharmaceutical care to Atlanta’s most vulnerable populations. Working under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, you will assist in preparing and distributing medications, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate patient records. Your role supports our mission to provide courteous, timely, and cooperative service to patients, caregivers, and staff.
What You Will Do
- Collect and enter prescription data accurately into the pharmacy system
- Prepare, package, and distribute medications per established protocols
- Greet patients, answer phones, and respond to EHR messages
- Process payments and manage point-of-sale transactions
- Handle medication charges, credits, and returns
- Maintain inventory and ensure adequate stock levels
- Prepare medication deliveries for Mercy Care clinic locations
- Support pharmacy students and residents during training
- Uphold HIPAA standards and ensure the confidentiality of patient information
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support pharmacy operations
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program or two years of college with emphasis in math, science, or medical field applications
- Active Pharmacy Technician registration in the State of Georgia
- Active status as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA) preferred, CPhT required within 6 months
- Minimum of two years of pharmacy work experience in a retail or ambulatory/outpatient clinic setting required
- Health center pharmacy experience preferred
- 340B Program experience preferred
- Medication Assistance Program (MAP) experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong math skills (multiplication, division, addition, subtraction)
- Willingness to work in a collaborative, shared leadership environment
- Day-1 Benefits (PTO accrual, retirement plan and match, health insurance and more!)
- Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay
- Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.
- Fast response interview times and job offers.
Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.