What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at Pharmacy Partners Alaska?
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Partners is expanding our Team and is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the role of our new Pharmacy Technician who shares our desire to make healthcare better for everyone.
Why do people LOVE and Feel Supported at Pharmacy Partners?
Our company culture is grounded in our core values of Character, ExperienceTrust, which we live every day. We enrich the lives of those we serve, nurture and support our team's long-term career development, and focus on ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered.
COMPENSATION: $20
STATUS: Full-Time, W2 Employee
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 7:30a-5:30p availability
LOCATION: Wasilla, AK
Highlights of working for Pharmacy Partners
- Support in your Role: Enjoy comprehensive onboarding and continuous training
- Career Longevity: Our average tenure is 5 years.
- Meaningful Work: We serve a vulnerable population.
- Growth opportunities: With 7 divisions there are paths for advancement.
- Employee Experience: Fun Perks, Rewards, and Recognition Programs!
- Great Benefits Package: A generous 22 days of PTO Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Matching, Life, accident and disability insurance options, and referral bonuses!
Pharmacy Partners is an Aegis Healthcare Division. At Aegis our approach to treating patients, our staff, and the community is rooted in our core values of Character, ExperienceTrust. To ensure consistently seamless, high-quality care we have developed a continuum of services including Mobile Primary Care, Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice, Outpatient Therapy, DME, Medical Transport, and our Pharmacy. By integrating these services, we address the diverse needs of our patients and support our mission to: "Enrich Every Life We Encounter from our employees to our patients and those who love and care for them."
Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for accurately dispensing medications to customers in accordance with prescriptions and over-the-counter guidelines. This role involves counting and filling prescriptions, preparing and labeling medications, and verifying the accuracy and completeness of written prescriptions. The technician will maintain and update patient records with strict confidentiality and in compliance with all regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities include conducting inventory audits, assisting with the purchasing of supplies and medications, processing patient insurance claims, and handling sales transactions at the register. Throughout all tasks, a strong emphasis is placed on delivering exceptional customer service and supporting a positive patient experience.
Desired SkillsQualifications
2 years experience accepting written prescriptions or refill requests and evaluating them for completeness and accuracy (preferred)
Ability to record medical histories while maintaining strict compliance with HIPAA regulations
Strong customer service skills, including responding to patient inquiries and referring medical questions to the pharmacist as needed
Comfortable performing sales transactions and handling cash
Skilled in verifying the accuracy of patient and prescription information
Proficient in counting medications, filling prescriptions, and creating accurate medication labels
Experience conducting inventory audits and ordering necessary supplies and medications
Knowledge of insurance processing and claim handling
Excellent attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in using a computer for daily tasks
Basic math skills for counting and measuring medications
Strong customer service background
Pharmacy Technician Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must apply at: Alaska Board of Pharmacy - ApplicationsFormsCurrent pharmacy technician license from the State of Alaska
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
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Salary : $20