A Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmaceutical Technician, is a registered professional who performs a variety of functions in the pharmacy. Working under the supervision of a Pharmacist, they accept and review prescriptions, prepare and issue medications to patients and health professionals and manage supply and inventory.
Pharmacy Technician duties and responsibilities
A Pharmacy Technician takes prescriptions and prepares medication for patients at the pharmacy, their other duties include:
- Receiving and verifying the accuracy and authenticity of prescriptions
- Calculating the price of prescriptions
- Reviewing and recording patient information with their prescription in compliance with the guidelines of the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Stocking the pharmacy with inventory
- Providing instructions to educate people on the correct way to take their medicine
- Supporting the Pharmacist in the daily operation of the pharmacy
- Protecting employees and patients by adhering to infection-control protocols and policies
- Disbursing completed and confirmed prescriptions to patients
- Answering incoming calls and fielding patient questions
- Maintaining a clean and safe pharmacy by complying with regulations, rules and procedures
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Pharmacy Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Prior Autherization: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Pharmacy Technician Certification (Required)
- PTCB Certification (Required)
Work Location:
Work Remotely:
Work Location: In person