Pharmacy Technician
Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for processing and filling prescriptions and other healthcare products for patients and consumers under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
About us:
Heartland Pharmacy is a closed-door Long Term Care (LTC) pharmacy located in Cedar Rapids, IA. We specialize in packaging and distributing medications to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. We are professional, fast-paced and rewarding. We offer a relaxed environment with a lot of growth opportunities! Heartland Pharmacy is looking for a dedicated and detail oriented individual to join our expanding team and contribute to our mission of making a difference in senior living communities!
Normal operating hours Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm, closed Sunday. Must be available to work weekends on rotation.
We are looking for experienced Pharmacy Technicians to join our team!
Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Accurately typing new orders - Read, interpret, and enter prescriptions into the online pharmacy prescription system.
- Communicating with nurses and providers over the phone - Provide quality customer service while answering phones and responding accordingly to patients, nurses, and physicians.
- Create and maintain patient profiles and prescription information to provide accurate and updated care to patients.
- Processing refills and order changes
- Insurance billing
- Packaging and preparing medications for dispensing
- Assisting the pharmacist with technical functions, as well as preparing and dispensing medications.
- Work interprofessionally with other healthcare professionals to troubleshoot prescription needs.
- Comply with security measures, quality, and safety standards
- Perform additional duties as required or assigned
- Maintain accurate records of medication inventory
- If immunization certified, helping pharmacist with twice annual vaccine clinics
Required Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Current Active Iowa Certified Pharmacy Technician License
- Registered with the IA Board of Pharmacy
Desired Skills and Education:
- Strong attention to detail
- Pharmacy Data Entry experience is a plus but not required
- Basic understanding of FrameworksLTC and ECM is a plus but not required
- Ability to maintain professional composure in a fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent teamwork, communication and customer service skills.
- Prior experience and knowledge in data entry for pharmacy information systems.
- Immunization certification a plus but not required
- Solid understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy practices, particularly in long term care environments is a plus
- Able to stand/sit for periods of time
- Mathematical skills including ability to calculate discounts, proportions, percentages, and volume; apply concepts of algebra to practical situations; interpret prescription quantities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Join our team as a Pharmacy Technician and contribute to providing exceptional healthcare services while enhancing your professional skills in a supportive environment!
Work Location: On-site in Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Pharmacy technician: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Iowa Certified Pharmacy Technician License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 (Required)
Work Location: In person