Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacy operations within a healthcare Management Services Organization (MSO) in compliance with California Board of Pharmacy regulations and applicable federal and state laws. Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists with medication preparation, inventory control, insurance coordination, and patient support to ensure safe, accurate, and timely pharmacy services.

Requirements

MINIMUM & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Completion of a pharmacy technician training program. 

Experience 

Minimum: 0-1 years of relevant pharmacy technician experience, or equivalent combination of education and training. 

Preferred: One or more years of experience in a retail, specialty, hospital, or outpatient pharmacy setting. IV or sterile compounding experience is a plus.

Any combination of educational and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration of this position.

Certification(s)

Active registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the California Board of Pharmacy required.

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or equivalent) preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

· Working knowledge of generic and brand-name medications, pharmacy calculations, and common prescription abbreviations.

· Familiarity with medical terminology.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy.

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

· Basic computer skills, including use of pharmacy management and billing systems.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical, mental, and environmental demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must be able to stand, walk, and move frequently throughout the work shift and lift, carry, push, or pull materials up to 25 pounds. Sufficient manual dexterity is required to perform pharmacy preparation and data entry tasks, along with the ability to read medication labels, prescriptions, and computer screens. The role requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment with frequent interruptions while maintaining focus, accuracy, and attention to detail during repetitive tasks.