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Advantage Healthcare Services
Pharmacy Technician (Part Time)
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What they do
A Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of a pharmacist to dispense prescription medications. Serves customers and helps to fill prescriptions. Works in a retail pharmacy or healthcare facility.
$45,468 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Who We Are Advantage is redefining what it means to be a pharmacy for people with serious behavioral health conditions. We specialize in serving patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, and related challenges—patients who are often overlooked by traditional healthcare systems. We provide advanced pharmacy services and wraparound care that ensure patients can access and stay on complex medications. We offer in-home and community-based injection support, help patients navigate insurance and prior authorizations, and work closely with providers to overcome barriers to treatment. By strengthening connections between patients, care teams, and support systems, we make it possible for people living with behavioral health challenges to achieve stability and long-term success.
Job Overview:
The Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing exceptional customer service to patients. This role involves accurately preparing and labeling prescriptions, assisting with medication inventory management, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. The Pharmacy Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the pharmacy operations.Benefits:
Sick Pay Day shift scheduleNights and Weekends Off Referral Bonus Program Life Insurance Wellness Resources Hours of Operations:
Monday to Friday 9am - 6pmResponsibilities:
1.- Prescription Preparation and Dispensing
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription medications Accurately measure, count, and label medications for patient prescriptions Operate pharmacy equipment such as pill counters and label printers 2.
- Customer Service
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service to patients and healthcare providers Answer patient inquiries regarding prescription status, medication instructions, and pharmacy services Handle prescription pick-up and drop-off, ensuring accurate patient information and payment processing Perform patient outreach and communicate with patients effectively to close gaps in their medication therapy.
- Inventory Management
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications and supplies Conduct regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and prevent shortages Monitor expiration dates and remove expired or recalled medications from inventory Assist with the organization and cleanliness of the pharmacy storage areas 4.
- Data Entry and Record-Keeping
- Enter prescription information into the pharmacy management system accurately and efficiently Maintain accurate patient profiles and medication records Process insurance claims and resolve billing issues with insurance companies Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to prescription processing and record-keeping 5.
- Medication Safety and Quality Assurance
- Adhere to safety protocols and best practices in medication handling and dispensing Assist in monitoring for potential medication errors and discrepancies Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance pharmacy services Support pharmacists in conducting medication reviews and utilization reviews 6.
- Supportive Duties
- Assist pharmacists with administrative tasks, including scheduling and workflow management Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to stay updated on pharmacy policies and procedures Provide training and guidance to new pharmacy technicians and interns Perform other duties as assigned by the pharmacist or