Pharmacy Assistant

This role involves supporting the pharmacy team by managing cash transactions, preparing bills after carefully reviewing prescriptions, and ensuring accurate dispensing of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The technician plays a crucial part in maintaining the pharmacy’s inventory, including monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and removing items approaching their expiration date. Additionally, the position requires handling billing for panel patients and liaising with the corporate department to resolve any related queries. The technician also stocks pharmaceutical items following the First Expired, First Out (FEFO) method and provides assistance to patients by answering medication-related questions over the phone, always under pharmacist guidance. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities:
- Handle cash transactions and prepare billing after reviewing prescriptions for accuracy.
- Dispense prescription medications and other medical products to patients under pharmacist supervision.
- Maintain pharmacy inventory by regularly checking stock levels, placing orders as needed, and removing nearly expired products.
- Manage billing for panel patients, including charging panel bills and communicating with the corporate department to address any queries.
- Stock pharmaceutical items following the FEFO (First Expired, First Out) principle to ensure proper inventory rotation.
- Answer phone calls and respond to patient inquiries regarding their medications, always under the direction of the pharmacist.

Required Qualifications:
- Previous experience working as a pharmacy technician or in a similar role within a healthcare or pharmacy setting.
- Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical products, prescription processing, and inventory management.
- Ability to handle cash transactions accurately and maintain billing records.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and corporate departments.
- Attention to detail, especially when reviewing prescriptions and managing stock expiration dates.
- Ability to work under supervision and follow established protocols for medication dispensing and patient communication.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Familiarity with panel patient billing processes and corporate communication is advantageous.
- Experience in using inventory management systems or pharmacy software.
- A commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to healthcare regulations.
- Opportunity to work full-time in a professional pharmacy environment with direct supervision and support from licensed pharmacists.

This position offers the chance to develop pharmacy-related skills in a structured setting, contributing to patient care and pharmacy operations. The role requires a responsible and detail-oriented individual who can work effectively both independently and as part of a healthcare team.