A typical day in the life of a Pharmacy Technician will include the following:
The Pharmacy Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Entering prescriptions and verifying appropriate information
Contacting patients, pharmacists and doctor’s offices to resolve claims issues
Processing prescriptions (from intake to order completion)
Resolving customer issues; ensuring accurate information is provided
Navigate computer system to review and confirm prescriptions orders and information ensuring that automated fulfillment is correct
Manually dispenses orals, liquid medications and medical supplies according to standard procedures and protocols
Maintain dispensing units ensuring they are filled with correct products, returns products that are no longer valid due to recalls, supply issues, etc.
This includes maintaining proper inventory and storage of drug by filling dispensing units and monitoring and adjusting pharmacy equipment.
Process, pack or ship pharmacy orders to include the counting and dispensing of medications, accurate labeling and packing in appropriate manner for shipment within the required time frames
Bring in packages from the receiving dock area
Assist with inventory management/replenishment as directed by the Pharmacist(s)
Replenish Shipping supplies for production area
This job might be for you if (must have requirements of the role):
The candidate must possess the following personal attributes:
Detail oriented
Professional telephone etiquette
Ability to successfully complete Pharmacy Operations training classes and demonstrate proficiency of the material
Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system application
Ability to multitask effectively
Ability to work in a fast-past environment
Ability to recognize emotions and their effects
Sureness about self-worth and capabilities
Manage disruptive impulses
Maintain standards of honesty and integrity
Take responsibility for performance
Be adaptable and handle change with flexibility
Be innovative and open to new ideas
Achievement driven; constant striving to improve or to meet a standard of excellence
Align with the goals of the group or organization
Ready to take initiative and act on opportunities
Be optimistic and pursue goals persistently despite obstacles and setbacks
Be service oriented and anticipate, recognize and meet needs of others, including patients and care partners
Communicate clearly and send clear messages
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The ability to type 35 WPM with 97% accuracy is required.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work. Light to moderate lifting may be required.
Ability to travel as needed
Requirements:
National Pharmacy Tech Certification
High School Diploma Required
Possess current KY pharmacy tech license or ability to obtain license within the first week of start date
Retail or Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred
All employees working onsite in a PharmaCord facility are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against COVID-19
We are located at 11001 Bluegrass Parkway, Louisville, KY. You must be willing to work in this location; PharmaCord does reimburse for tolls if applicable, at the frequent user rate. This rate is applied after 40 trips per month (valued at $655.20 per year).
Once you land this position, you’ll get to enjoy:
Our Benefits & Perks
Company paid Short-term Disability (STD)
Increased competitive 401(k) company match up to 4%
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits - PharmaCord covers 75% of Medical Premiums for our employees
PharmaCord has not increased healthcare premiums in the past 4 years
NEW! Concierge Medical Clinic free of cost for those enrolled in a PharmaCord medical plan (including dependents)
Wellness discounts of up to $260 per year for participation in wellness program
Annual HSA employer contribution
Company paid and voluntary Life Insurance options
Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurances
Paid Parental Leave of Absence
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
PTO benefits, flex days and paid holidays
Employee Referral Program
Ambassador Program
Tuition reimbursement program up to $5,000 per year
Competitive Compensation & Flexible Working
Competitive starting pay rates
Yearly merit increases
Toll reimbursement program (valued at $655.20 per year)
Multiple shift options between 8 AM and 11 PM Monday - Friday
A Career You'll Love
Working for PharmaCord - voted Best Places to Work in Kentucky for 2019 and 2021
Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create in inclusive workplace
Opportunities for advancement with a company that supports personal and professional growth
PharmaCord has doubled in size over the last few years and expects to be over 1000 employees by the end of 2023 giving current employees first access to promotional opportunities
A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
Exposure to many learning and development opportunities
Playing a crucial part in the lives of our patients, physicians, and pharmacies by enhancing the patient services experience
Any offer of employment is contingent on completion of a background check and drug screen to company standard. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At PharmaCord, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. PharmaCord is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
In order to maintain a safe workplace for our team members, PharmaCord strongly recommends that all employees are vaccinated against COVID-19. PharmaCord is unable to sponsor employees at this time.
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