Pharmacy Technician (Huntington, WV)

Overview:  

The Certified Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and provides various support functions related to Pharmacy services. Duties include preparing prescription orders for patient pickup, delivery, and shipment; controlled substance management and preparation; receiving and processing incoming medication and supplies; maintaining various records, logs, and reports; answering telephones, responding to questions or requests; receiving and coordinating patient orders via phone or computer-based platform; managing ordering, preparing, and shipping. This role includes direct contact with the patient in person, via videoconference, phone, chat, and email.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

·       A focus on multiple, time sensitive tasks

·       Process and fulfill orders for prescriptions and at-home kits, including shipment and delivery preparation

·       Manage the packing and shipping of medications

·       Intake and process patient orders via telephone, webform, or other technology platforms

·       Assist with prior authorizations

·       Monitor and report on key pharmacy metrics

·       Maintain quality assurance standards by performing regular audits and creating remediation plans as warranted

·       Assist in proper inventory maintenance of drugs and supplies ordered and stored by the pharmacy

·       Accurate preparation, labeling, and packaging of medications for dispensing under the supervision of the pharmacist

·       Assists patients at drop-off and or pick up and obtains pertinent patient information for inclusion into the electronic profile

·       Displays teamwork by actively supporting department changes and willingly and proactively assists co-workers

•  Maintains pharmacy in a clean, orderly, and safe manner by restocking shelves, cleaning workstations, returning medications to stock.
•  Maintains current knowledge and competency of USP 800
•  Understanding and compliance with handling procedures of all controlled substances
• Demonstrates an understanding and ability to use current equipment including electronic workflow systems, printers, computers, fax machines, telephones, POS, etc. Reviews transmit and receive wholesaler orders as required

·       Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

·       Credentialed as a Certified Pharmacy Technician

·       Current West Virginia Pharmacy Technician license

·       Prior experience in a pharmacy or clinical setting with a strong attention to detail and exceptional time management skills.

·       Prior experience in the substance use disorder treatment field preferred

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

·       Prior experience in the substance use disorder treatment field preferred

·       Excellent computer skills and a demonstrated comfort with technology

·       Excellent and thoughtful verbal and written communication skills

·       Excellent organizational skills

·       Drive to take ownership in order to meet professional obligations

·       Ability to juggle and prioritize projects in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

·       Desire to contribute wherever support is necessary

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Work is performed primarily in a traditional on-site clinical setting, pharmacy, or clinic, where the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and demonstrate manual dexterity. Employees working in home office environments are required to verify their workspaces comply with workplace safety policies.   

Company Overview:

PursueCare provides virtual addiction treatment for opioids, alcohol, and other substance use disorders via a smartphone app. Our low-barrier digital program offers access to doctors prescribing Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT), counselors, therapists, psychiatric care, at-home screening, resources, and direct medication shipment. Joint Commission-accredited, we partner with health systems, employers, and health plans, prioritizing clinical excellence and innovating care for vulnerable populations.

We offer qualifying employees flexible paid time off, competitive pay, bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and a 401K with company contributions. Headquartered in Middletown, CT, with satellite locations, we provide work-from-home opportunities for select positions, ensuring core competencies are met. We are committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and paying living wages.