Pharmacy Technician

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Job Summary

As a member of our outstanding pharmacy, you will be responsible for assisting customers and ensuring that prescriptions are filled and organized appropriately. We value all of our pharmacy technicians, and we will always strive to provide you with growth and career development opportunities. In this role, you will work closely with our lead pharmacists and pharmacy manager to provide a high level of service and ensure that the company brand is represented in a positive manner. If you are looking to expand your skill set in a fast-paced yet supportive pharmacy environment, we would love to review your resume and qualifications. We are ready and willing to interview personable and enthusiastic employees and provide our pharmacy team with a new and knowledgeable member.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists as needed and fill prescriptions in a timely and careful fashion.
• Answer basic questions regarding prescription and non-prescription drugs and refer customers to pharmacists if you are unable to answer their questions or assist them.
• Use automated software program and pharmacy system to update drug inventory, fill prescriptions, and enter customer information.
• Contact medical practices and hospitals regarding patient refills and potential drug interactions; call insurance companies to obtain prior authorization for prescriptions requiring step-therapy.
• Verify that patient insurance and health information is accurate and up to date; enter information into computer if an update is needed.
• Maintain pharmacy by ensuring a neat, clean, and sanitary appearance, and that over-the-counter drugs are neatly organized and visible.
• Suggest additional pharmacy products and services during checkout, and inform customers about current promotions.
• Ensure that cash registers are balanced at the end of each shift; collect and deposit money securely into store safe before leaving.

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required

• Customer service experience
• Ability to pay close attention to details and notes
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and kneel for four or more hours

Preferred

• Previous pharmacy experience

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Internship Compensation:

• Pay

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Physical Setting:

• Outpatient

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Vernon, NY 10550 (Required)

Work Location: In person