Pharmacy Tech - PT

$31,200 - $47,840/Yr

Price Chopper - Amsterdam, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Amsterdam, NY

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician position at Price Chopper involves assisting licensed pharmacists in the preparation and data entry of prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. The role emphasizes excellent customer service, inventory management, and adherence to pharmacy regulations, all while working under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly, helpful, and efficient customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Obtain necessary information for new prescriptions, including insurance details and patient information.
• Accurately interpret prescriptions and enter data into the dispensing computer system.
• Reconcile third-party insurance billing issues for proper reimbursement.
• Retrieve, count, and measure drugs, ensuring proper packaging and safety compliance.
• Assist in inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications.
• Answer phone calls to obtain prescription refill information and direct inquiries to the pharmacist as needed.
• Operate the cash register and manage transactions, including cash, checks, and insurance logs.
• Perform administrative duties within the pharmacy as assigned by management.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station according to company standards.
• Participate in the Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician Program and complete training successfully.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work as a team player
• Good mathematical skills
• Strong spelling and reading abilities
• Willingness to take direction
• Knowledge of prescription sig codes and abbreviations
• Ability to calculate days supply
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Familiarity with prescription dispensing computer systems
• Good judgment and responsibility for task completion
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload
• Problem-solving skills
• Satisfactory performance reviews
• Successful completion of preliminary knowledge and skills assessment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18
• At least 1 year of pharmacy experience