Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician (aka Patient Advocate)

At Total Dose we aim to be a healthcare cornerstone of every community in which we are located. We strive to be innovative in the services and products we offer, as well as experts in providing care and education to patients. Ultimately, our goal is to be the pharmacy franchise where patients experience a high level of care and where our employees want to be an integral part of the team.

We want all team members to thrive at Total Dose. We aspire to create a work environment that feels like a family and where patients feel  team believes growth and development is integral for everyone, especially to achieve a pharmacy that truly provides “Better Care, Better You.”

As Pharmacy Technician, your primary job is to receive and fill prescription requests for patients coming from hospitals, physicians, nurses or directly from the patient. Your work is typically overseen by a licensed pharmacist.

• Retrieve prescription orders
• Count, pour, measure and weigh tablets and medications
• Compound medications
• Select the proper prescription container
• Create prescription labels
• Price and file filled prescriptions; a licensed pharmacist will check the completed prescription before it is given to the patient

• Process third-party claims
• Maintain patient profiles
• Complete cash register transactions
• Answer phone calls
• Take inventory of over-the-counter (OTC) medication
• Stay aware of the latest medicines and their availability
• Maintain a clean and orderly pharmacy

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training program or equivalent experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
• Knowledge of pharmacy regulations and safety standards
• Proficient in computer skills and ability to learn new software quickly
• Standing for long periods of time
• Lifting up to 25 lbs