Full-Time Certified Pharmacy Technician Greene County Pharmacy - Jefferson, Iowa Position Overview Greene County Pharmacy is seeking a dependable, patient-focused Full-Time Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) to join our locally owned independent community pharmacy. This position is ideal for a pharmacy technician who enjoys building relationships with patients, working closely with a small pharmacy team, and providing personalized service in a community pharmacy setting. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will work alongside the Pharmacist-in-Charge, pharmacists, and pharmacy staff to support safe and accurate prescription processing, patient service, medication preparation, inventory management, insurance billing, and day-to-day pharmacy operations. Responsibilities Accurately enter, process, prepare, and dispense prescription medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. Provide friendly, professional customer service to patients in person and by phone. Assist patients with prescription refills, transfers, medication questions, and general pharmacy needs while appropriately referring clinical questions to the pharmacist. Process prescription insurance claims, including resolving rejected claims, prior authorization requests, refill-too-soon issues, and other billing concerns. Communicate with prescribers' offices, insurance companies, patients, and other healthcare professionals as needed. Prepare prescription medications accurately and efficiently while following pharmacy policies and pharmacist direction. Assist pharmacists with prescription workflow and maintain an organized and efficient work environment. Assist with medication inventory management, ordering, receiving, stocking, and expiration-date monitoring. Assist with controlled substance procedures, inventory counts, documentation, and storage requirements. Assist with medication synchronization, refill management, and other programs designed to improve patient convenience and medication adherence. Assist pharmacists with clinical services, vaccinations, point-of-care testing, and other patient care services as directed. Assist with pharmacy operations and workflow related to our nearby telepharmacy location as needed. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements. Follow federal and Iowa pharmacy laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, and professional standards. Maintain a clean, organized, friendly, and professional pharmacy environment. Perform other pharmacy-related duties as assigned by the Pharmacist-in-Charge. Qualifications Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through an accredited national certification organization or willingness to get Certified within 12 months of hire. Current Iowa pharmacy technician registration/license, or eligibility to obtain Iowa registration. Strong attention to detail and commitment to prescription accuracy and patient safety. Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a small pharmacy team. Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Comfortable working with pharmacy computer systems, prescription processing, and insurance billing. Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional standards. Willingness to learn and assist with expanded pharmacy services and new technologies. Reliable attendance and dependable work habits. Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: Enjoys getting to know patients and becoming part of the local community. Takes pride in providing friendly, personalized customer service. Values the independent pharmacy environment and working as part of a close-knit team. Is dependable, organized, and detail-oriented. Takes prescription accuracy and patient safety seriously. Is comfortable communicating with patients, healthcare providers, insurance companies, and coworkers. Can stay calm and organized in a busy pharmacy environment. Is willing to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities as pharmacy services expand. Enjoys being part of a team where technicians play an important role in providing excellent patient care. Is comfortable supporting both a traditional community pharmacy and, as needed, our nearby telepharmacy location.
Position Details Position:
Full-Time Certified Pharmacy Technician Location:
Greene County Pharmacy, Jefferson, Iowa Employment Type:
Full-Time Schedule:
Primarily weekday hours (8:30 - 5:30) with rotating Saturday coverage as scheduled.
Additional Coverage:
Occasional support for our nearby telepharmacy location as needed.
Work Setting:
Locally owned independent community pharmacy with telepharmacy support responsibilities. About Greene County Pharmacy Greene County Pharmacy is a locally owned independent pharmacy committed to providing convenient, personalized healthcare to Jefferson and the surrounding communities. Our pharmacy technicians are an essential part of our team and play an important role in creating a positive patient experience while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality pharmacy services.
Expected hours:
40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching Disability insurance Life insurance