Specialty Pharmacy Technician
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | Specialty Pharmacy
Join a Fast-Growing Specialty Pharmacy Team
We're seeking an experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) to support patients and pharmacists through medication adherence, prescription processing, and pharmacy operations. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys patient interaction, problem-solving, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
Candidates must be nationally certified and registered as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of employment.
What You'll Do
Process and enter prescriptions accurately, including clarifying orders with pharmacists and clinicians when needed.
Label, fill, prepare, and coordinate delivery of prescriptions, including medications requiring special storage or handling.
Support patients through inbound and outbound communication, medication adherence follow-ups, refill coordination, and medication education.
Investigate and resolve insurance-related issues and assist patients with financial assistance programs.
Maintain pharmacy inventory, order and receive medications, and assemble necessary medication-related supplies.
Manage data, adjudicate test claims, maintain accurate records, and support operational follow-up activities.
Identify opportunities for process improvement while maintaining exceptional quality, service, confidentiality, and compliance standards.
Collaborate with pharmacists, clinicians, patients, and internal stakeholders to support outstanding patient care.
⭐ What We're Looking For
Skills
- Strong phone and patient communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
- Ability to learn new systems and databases quickly
- Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
Traits
- Detail-oriented and dependable
- High integrity and professionalism
- Empathetic, patient-focused communicator
- Energetic, motivated team player
- Able to manage confidential information with discretion
Qualifications
Required
- Active Pharmacy Technician registration in the State of employment
- National CPhT certification (or equivalent)
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience
Preferred
- 5+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience
If additional state-specific certification requirements exist, the selected candidate must obtain them within a mutually agreed-upon timeframe. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting those requirements.
Compensation
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Actual compensation will depend on geographic location, skills, education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
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Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process.
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