Job Description
Pharmacy Technician
NORTHERN NEVADA HIV OUTPATIENT
Reno, NV Job Details Full-time $21.75 - $27.20 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Life insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Medical claims processing Pharmacy Technician License Full Job Description Are you passionate about helping others and looking to grow your career in a supportive, mission-driven environment? Join one of Northern Nevada's Best Places to Work - Northern Nevada HOPES! Description:
The purpose of the pharmacy technician is to assist and support the pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications for Northern Nevada HOPES patients. Job Summary:
The pharmacy technician serves patients by processing, filling, and dispensing medications under the direct supervision of the pharmacist. They will provide support to patients, the pharmacy team and to the greater multidisciplinary team. Pharmacy technicians ensure that patients receive the support, medications, and resources needed to achieve overall wellness and being. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Processing, Filling, and Dispensing Medications oTriage requests and prioritizes them. Reads, interprets, and processes provider's medication orders and ensures all information is accurate and complete. oProcesses patient insurance and interacts with insurance companies to resolve any prescription claim issues. Updates patient's demographics, health, and insurance information in pharmacy software. Updates patient's financial status to determine sliding scale fee. oRetrieves medications from shelf, counts medications, and labels containers for patient use. Ensures that prescriptions are filled from the appropriate inventory based on patient and program qualifications. oIdentifies patients with 2 identifiers when dispensing prescriptions. Ensures that each prescription bottle is matched with each prescription label before dispensing to patient. oAccurately and efficiently processes payments and returns. Notifies the pharmacist when a new prescription requires counseling and/or when a patient refuses counseling. oInventory Control Receives, validates, and stores incoming medications and supplies per manufacturer recommendations. oReconciles credit memos from the wholesaler. Assists in conducting an annual physical inventory and cycle counts. oIdentifies shipment errors and/or drug recalls; research backorder and finds alternative generics when available. Checks for expiration dates on medications on a regular basis. oMonitors and maintains current drug inventory levels. Department Support oProvides customer service by answering phone calls within 3 rings in a prompt and courteous manner. Accepts telephone authorizations for refills from prescribers or their authorized agents in accordance with Nevada State Law and Regulations. oCall patients to increase medication adherence and to identify any barriers to medication access by following up on prescriptions that have not been picked up within 7 days. Operates bar code scanning equipment to ensure that all pharmacy processes can be identified in pharmacy software. oEnsures sufficient cash in the cash register and maintains correct cash balances throughout the business day. Maintains a positive, courteous, helpful attitude to customers and coworkers. oPrepares the daily cash deposit and credit card transaction summaries. Pharmacy Compliance oComplies with rules, regulations, and procedures to help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy. Adheres to all local and national guidelines and regulations, such as HIPAA, DEA, and HRSA. oMaintains records by recording and filing prescription hard copies. Provides services to Ryan White Part B (RWPB) eligible clients and assists the Pharmacy Director and Pharmacists with daily tasks. oPerforms targeted counseling for Ryan White Part B (RWPB) eligible clients to ensure readiness and adherence to HIV treatment, identify and diminish barriers to access to medication, and determine linkages to care. Reviews prescriptions to determine if it is available for mailout before prepping it by checking on insurance eligibility and previous post cards on file. oActs as a liaison between RNs/MAs and patients for accessing medications. Acts as the liaison between the state and clients to trouble shoot copay related issue, especially ADAP. Completes 340B University to ensure 340B compliance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Pharmacy Technician license in good standing in the State of Nevada required. Superior knowledge of Pharmacy Insurance Billing required. Proven ability to maintain professional conduct required. Able to multitask, detailed oriented, and flexible work schedule as assigned required. Able to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with all team members required. 3 years of experience as a pharmacy technician preferred. Able to work a Monday thru Friday schedule preferred. At HOPES, we're more than just a healthcare provider — we're a team of changemakers dedicated to delivering affordable, high-quality medical, behavioral health, and support services to everyone in our community. Why Choose HOPES? PurposeDriven Work Be part of a team that's transforming lives every day. Your work will directly contribute to improving health outcomes and building a stronger, healthier Northern Nevada. PeopleFirst Culture At HOPES, every team member is encouraged to bring their unique talents and perspectives to the table. Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Career Growth & Development We invest in your future by offering a program, leadership and soft-skills training, networking opportunities, and support for continuing education. Exceptional Benefits 100% employer-paid health insurance Life insurance options 3 weeks of PTO in your first year 12 paid holidays annually Paid Parental Leave (after 12 months) 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Click HERE to view a full list of benefits Here's what our team members have to say about working at HOPES:
"I love coming to work every day knowing we're making a difference in the community!" - Taylor, Human Resources "My team is the best, we all show up for each other and love working together." - Freddie, MA About NORTHERN NEVADA HIV OUTPATIENT
Northern Nevada HOPES is a nonprofit community health center operating two clinics and a transitional housing community in the heart of Reno, Nevada. Our one-stop-shop integrated care model helps us meet our patients where they're at and make medical and behavioral health care more accessible to medically under-resourced populations. HOPES is a proud member of the Northern Nevada Best Places to Work Hall of Fame, as well as a recipient of the Best Places for Working Parents award and the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for nonprofits. Northern Nevada HOPES is a Federally Qualified Health Center and Patient Centered Medical Home. Northern Nevada HOPES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, parental status/pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or veteran status in all employment practices.
