Specialty Pharmacy Technician - 2nd Shift (1:30p-10:00p EST)

Shields Health Solutions
Shields Health SolutionsΒ·Springfield, MassachusettsΒ·1 week ago
Full-timeOn-site

Job Description

πŸ’Š Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Specialty Pharmacy Shift: Monday-Friday | 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM Make an Impact in Specialty Pharmacy We are seeking an experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) to provide hands-on support to patients and pharmacists through a full continuum of medication adherence and specialty pharmacy services. This role is ideal for a motivated, patient-focused professional seeking a long-term career path with a fast-growing healthcare organization. Candidates must be nationally certified and registered as a Pharmacy Technician in their state of employment. Key Responsibilities βœ… Interpret, enter, and process prescriptions accurately βœ… Clarify prescription orders with pharmacists and healthcare providers βœ… Label, fill, and prepare prescriptions for pharmacist verification βœ… Perform pharmaceutical calculations βœ… Handle medications requiring special storage or handling, including refrigerated and hazardous medications βœ… Assemble medication-related supplies (syringes, sharps containers, alcohol swabs, bandages, etc.) βœ… Prepare medications for patient and departmental delivery βœ… Answer, resolve, and triage inbound patient inquiries βœ… Conduct medication adherence and therapy follow-up outreach βœ… Secure refill authorizations and prescriptions βœ… Resolve insurance issues and assist patients with financial assistance programs βœ… Maintain pharmacy inventory, including ordering and receiving medications βœ… Perform data entry, claim adjudication, and follow-up activities βœ… Manage and update pharmacy records and databases βœ… Identify trends, solve problems, and support process improvement initiatives βœ… Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive operational excellence βœ… Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and company information βœ… Participate in continuing education and professional development βœ… Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Active Pharmacy Technician registration in the state of employment National certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) or equivalent High School Diploma or GED 1+ year of Pharmacy Technician experience Preferred 5+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience Specialty pharmacy or medication adherence experience If additional state registration or certification is required at hire, candidates must obtain and maintain those credentials within a mutually agreed-upon timeframe. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting certification requirements. Skills & Attributes βœ” Strong phone, communication, and customer service skills βœ” Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word βœ” Ability to learn new pharmacy systems and database applications quickly βœ” Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills βœ” Exceptional attention to detail and quality βœ” Dependable, empathetic, and patient-focused βœ” High integrity with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially βœ” Self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills Why Join Us? Join a growing specialty pharmacy organization where your work directly supports patient outcomes, medication adherence, and quality care. If you're an experienced Pharmacy Technician, Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), or Specialty Pharmacy Technician seeking a rewarding and stable opportunity, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today and help improve patients' lives through exceptional pharmacy care. πŸš€ California residents employed by or applying for work at Shields have certain privacy rights. Please review our: California Workforce Privacy Notice and Privacy Policy. By providing your mobile number, you agree to receive text messages from Shields Health Solutions related to job opportunities, interview scheduling, and recruiting updates. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying 'STOP.' Consent is not a condition of employment. Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process. Shields Health Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Shields Health Solutions is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience; if you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please email talentacquisition@shieldsrx.com.

Skills Required

Pharmacy operationsPrescription processingPharmaceutical calculationsMedication adherenceInsurance adjudicationData entryInventory managementCustomer serviceMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationAttention to detailProblem solvingPatient supportRegulatory complianceDatabase management

About the Company

Shields Health Solutions

Shields Health Solutions

Salary insight

Pharmacy Technicians typically earn $45,750/year in the US.

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