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Job Title: Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Location: Sitka, Alaska
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Employer: Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)
Job Overview:
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium dedicated to serving the residents of Southeast Alaska. We seek a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician to support our pharmacists in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical services. This role involves medication preparation, inventory management, patient assistance, and compliance with safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities:Pharmacy Operations Support:
- Assist pharmacists in medication preparation, labeling, and dispensing.
- Retrieve and interpret medication orders, ensuring accuracy in processing.
- Maintain pharmacy equipment, perform inventory checks, and stock medications.
- Conduct sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling as per regulations.
- Manage automated pharmacy dispensing systems and medication adjudication.
Patient & Provider Support:
- Answer patient inquiries and coordinate prescription refills.
- Handle insurance claims and resolve billing rejections.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare providers regarding prescriptions.
- Provide customer service at the pharmacy window and waiting area.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, pharmacy regulations, and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate logs for controlled substances and medication storage.
- Perform routine pharmacy inspections, including crash carts and IV rooms.
- Monitor and document medication storage conditions, including refrigeration.
Minimum Qualifications:Education & Certifications:
- Valid Pharmacy Technician License in the State of Alaska.
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or equivalent).
- Clinical Competency and High-Risk Competency (must be completed within 3 months of hire).
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in hospital, ambulatory clinic, or retail pharmacy.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.
- Proficiency in sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling.
- Strong skills in pharmacy billing and adjudication.
Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $66,000 - $79,000 per year.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plans.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Work Schedule:
- Full-time, day shifts with rotating responsibilities.
- No holiday coverage required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $79,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Acute care
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Inpatient
- JCAHO accredited facility
- Long term care
- Outpatient
Schedule:
- Morning shift
Experience:
- hospital or retail pharmacy: 5 years (Required)
- inpatient, outpatient, or long-term care pharmacy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Pharmacy Technician license in the State of Alaska (Required)
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sitka, AK 99835 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sitka, AK 99835: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $79,000
