Pharmacy Technician III at Adecco USA

Adecco is currently assisting a local client in their search to fill a Pharmacy Technician III position in North Chicago, IL. Apply now!

The Pharmacy Technician position exists to support the pharmacist(s) in completing the duties associated with entering, processing, and managing drug therapy orders, interpreting and dispensing prescriptions, maintaining patient and pharmacy records and other professional activities. This position is also responsible for collaborating with and supporting the Lead(s) and Supervisor(s) in day to day activities, issue resolution, and completion of project tasks. This position should also be a subject matter expert in all pharmacy operations functional areas.

• Type: Fulltime (40 hours / week) contract

• Length: 6+ months

• Shift/Hours: M-F 9am-5:30pm or 10:30am-7pm

• The anticipated wage for this position is between $26 and $28.85. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location and other factors.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the pharmacist with the practice of pharmacy in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, HIPAA guidelines, corporate/departmental policies and procedures by accurately interpreting healthcare providers prescription orders, entering into the core pharmacy system; notifying the physician of any incomplete or incorrect prescription information; effectively performing the physician outreach process when appropriate (within the legal limits of the pharmacy technician authority).

• Assist the pharmacist in obtaining accurate verbal orders for product replacement and obtain accurate missing prescription information from the healthcare provider.

• May manage the patient adherence process and schedule medication deliveries in accordance to Pharmacy Solutions guidelines.

• When needed, assist patients with treatment compliance by entering/updating current medications, allergies and medical conditions and triaging calls to Nursing and/or Pharmacists when necessary.

• Use internal and web tools to communicate with health insurance payors and providers to investigate benefits and transmit test claims (if applicable) to verify prescription coverage.

• Identifies and recommends process/system improvements that increase efficiency and productivity of pharmacy operations functional areas and communication of ideas with supervisors.

• Interact professionally and efficiently with other internal and external teams to assure accurate provision of services to the patient.

• Identify and collaborate with all necessary personnel to determine objectives; support changing business priorities by executing or overseeing completion of specific tasks to support patients, products, or services provided by Pharmacy Solutions. (Examples included but not limited to, handling inbound/outbound calls, prioritization of work, organize and perform testing as business requires, and other tasks as designated by management).

• Maintain current Illinois Certified Pharmacy Technician licensure and CE requirements as necessary.

Qualifications for this position:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• College or a 2-year Associate Degree is preferred.

• Individuals must meet applicable Pharmacy Technician Licensure and Certification requirements.

• A minimum of 3-5 years' experience within a Specialty Pharmacy or Retail/Mail Order Pharmacy, PBM, or healthcare provider setting; familiarity with medical record handling/documentation; prescription data entry; high quality customer service and inter-professional communication; strong core insurance (Medical and Pharmacy benefit) knowledge; knowledge of on-line verification systems or similar experience is preferred.

• Must have a strong attention to detail

• Must have the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with other healthcare professionals.  

• Strong computer skills required including accurate data entry, including but not limited to Microsoft Word or Excel software applications.

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• 401(k) Plan

• Skills Training

• Weekly pay – you receive a paycheck every week!

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.  Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

If you would like to be considered for this position, Please Apply Now!

Pay Details: $26.00 to $28.85 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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