Pharmacy Technician

  • Full-Time
  • New York, NY
  • Duane Reade
  • Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

We are looking for a dependable Pharmacy Technician that will process and fill prescriptions. You will undertake other tasks under the direction of a pharmacist to provide excellent customer service and ensure the pharmacy runs smoothly. As a pharmacy technician you must be detail-oriented and reliable since the job has high responsibility. You must possess excellent communication skills as well as aptitude in using computers.

Responsibilities

  • Sterilize surfaces and equipment and prepare the pharmacy for opening
  • Greet customers and answer questions
  • Receive prescriptions and check their validity
  • Process prescriptions electronically and ensure all information is complete and accurate
  • Resolve issues when they arise (e.g. rejected insurance claims)
  • Select the appropriate medicine and measure dosages to fill prescriptions
  • Sort, stock, label medication and monitor inventory
  • Undertake administrative tasks (e.g.record-keeping) as assigned
  • Comply with all security measures and quality standards

Skills

  • Proven experience as pharmacy technician
  • Experience with an online prescription system is a plus
  • Knowledge of medication and dosage measurement
  • Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Reliable with a keen eye for detail
  • Successful completion of a pharmacy technician program
  • Certified Pharmacy technician is an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

  • Are you ok with a part-time position?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Pharmacy Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Customer Service, Retail: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • PTCB Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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