Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our team at a small, customer-focused retail pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician will support pharmacists in all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and exceptional patient service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the pharmacist in filling and dispensing prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Perform prescription data entry and process insurance claims, including troubleshooting rejections.
- Maintain accurate patient records and protect patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance).
- Prepare medications by counting, measuring, and labeling prescriptions.
- Manage inventory: receive orders, stock shelves, check expiration dates, and organize the pharmacy.
- Handle cash register transactions and process payments accurately.
- Answer phone calls professionally, take refill requests, and coordinate with doctor’s offices as needed.
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing questions, resolving concerns, and educating patients on basic pharmacy procedures.
- Assist in compounding basic non-sterile preparations.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the pharmacist or pharmacy manager.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred, or willingness to become certified.
- Previous pharmacy technician experience (retail pharmacy experience preferred).
- Familiarity with pharmacy software (e.g., PioneerRx, Rx30, QS1, etc.) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
Work Environment:
- Small, friendly retail pharmacy setting.
- Standing for long periods, occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs).
- Interaction with patients, providers, and insurance companies daily.
Company DescriptionLocated in the heart of New York City since 1940s, Cambridge Chemists is an independently owned retail and compounding pharmacy known for our commitment to personalized care and exceptional service. We combine the tradition of a neighborhood pharmacy with the innovation of modern compounding to meet our patients’ unique needs.
Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality, customized medication solutions and exceptional customer service. We work closely with patients, healthcare providers, and local communities to ensure every experience at Cambridge Chemists is warm, knowledgeable, and supportive.
We take pride in our welcoming atmosphere, collaborative team culture, and our focus on professional growth. Joining Cambridge Chemists means becoming part of a family that values dedication, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Company Description
Located in the heart of New York City since 1940s, Cambridge Chemists is an independently owned retail and compounding pharmacy known for our commitment to personalized care and exceptional service. We combine the tradition of a neighborhood pharmacy with the innovation of modern compounding to meet our patients’ unique needs.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur team is dedicated to providing high-quality, customized medication solutions and exceptional customer service. We work closely with patients, healthcare providers, and local communities to ensure every experience at Cambridge Chemists is warm, knowledgeable, and supportive.\r\nWe take pride in our welcoming atmosphere, collaborative team culture, and our focus on professional growth. Joining Cambridge Chemists means becoming part of a family that values dedication, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.