PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
Delta Health Center
Reports To: Pharmacist-in-Charge / Staff Pharmacist
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- * Prescription Processing: Assist pharmacists in the preparation, labeling, and dispensing of medications in strict accordance with Delta Health Center policies and Mississippi state regulations.
- * Patient Coordination:
- Greet patients, collect necessary health and insurance information, and manage the pharmacy point-of-sale system for efficient checkout.
- * Compounding Support: Assist in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile compounds under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- * Inventory Management: Maintain pharmacy stock by ordering, receiving, and organizing pharmaceutical supplies. Monitor for expiring products and ensure proper storage of medications.
- * Clinical Support: Assist the pharmacist in identifying patients eligible for Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and help document patient adherence data.
- * Insurance & Billing: Navigate pharmacy software to process insurance claims, resolve third-party rejects, and assist patients with prior authorization workflows.
- * Administrative Compliance: Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure the pharmacy area remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
- * Interdisciplinary Communication: Facilitate communication between the pharmacy and provider offices regarding refill requests and basic prescription clarification.
- * Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA regulation.
QUALIFICATIONS
- * Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program preferred.
- * Licensure: Current and active Mississippi Pharmacy Technician Registration in good standing.
- * Certification: PTCB or ExCPT certification highly preferred; may be required within a defined timeframe of hire.
- * Technical Skills: Proficiency in pharmacy management software (e.g., PioneerRx, QS/1, or similar) and basic Microsoft Office applications.
- * Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong mathematical skills for dosage calculations, and the ability to communicate empathetically with a diverse patient population.
- * Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift to 25 lbs as needed for inventory stocking.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- * Community Health: Experience working in a Community Health Center (CHC) or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
- * Underserved Populations: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with underserved or rural patient populations.
- * Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in a second language common to the local Delta region is a plus.
BENEFITS
- * 401(k) with company matching
- * Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- * Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
- * Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education and certification maintenance
Requirements
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- * Prescription Processing: Assist pharmacists in the preparation, labeling, and dispensing of medications in strict accordance with Delta Health Center policies and Mississippi state regulations.
- * Patient Coordination:
- Greet patients, collect necessary health and insurance information, and manage the pharmacy point-of-sale system for efficient checkout.
•* Compounding Support: Assist in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile compounds under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
•* Inventory Management: Maintain pharmacy stock by ordering, receiving, and organizing pharmaceutical supplies. Monitor for expiring products and ensure proper storage of medications.
•* Clinical Support: Assist the pharmacist in identifying patients eligible for Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and help document patient adherence data.
•* Insurance & Billing: Navigate pharmacy software to process insurance claims, resolve third-party rejects, and assist patients with prior authorization workflows.
•* Administrative Compliance: Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure the pharmacy area remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
•* Interdisciplinary Communication: Facilitate communication between the pharmacy and provider offices regarding refill requests and basic prescription clarification.
•* Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA regulation.
QUALIFICATIONS
•* Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program preferred.
•* Licensure: Current and active Mississippi Pharmacy Technician Registration in good standing.
•* Certification: PTCB or ExCPT certification highly preferred; may be required within a defined timeframe of hire.
•* Technical Skills: Proficiency in pharmacy management software (e.g., PioneerRx, QS/1, or similar) and basic Microsoft Office applications.
•* Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong mathematical skills for dosage calculations, and the ability to communicate empathetically with a diverse patient population.
•* Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs as needed for inventory stocking.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
•* Community Health: Experience working in a Community Health Center (CHC) or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
•* Underserved Populations: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with underserved or rural patient populations.
•* Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in a second language common to the local Delta region is a plus.
Benefits
BENEFITS
•* 401(k) with company matching
•* Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
•* Employee discounts
•* Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
•* Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education and certification maintenance