Data Entry Technician I
AP MAX INC
Summary
The Pharmacy Technician – Billing & Data Entry is responsible for accurately entering prescription orders, processing pharmacy billing, and providing exceptional customer service to patients, providers, and account managers. This position plays a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate prescription processing while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Job description
Position Summary
The Pharmacy Technician – Billing & Data Entry is responsible for accurately entering prescription orders, processing pharmacy billing, and providing exceptional customer service to patients, providers, and account managers. This position plays a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate prescription processing while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately enter prescription orders into the pharmacy management system.
- Investigate and resolve billing rejections
- Answer and manage inbound telephone calls (approximately 30–35 calls per day) from patients, healthcare providers, account managers, and other stakeholders.
- Provide courteous, professional, and timely customer service while resolving questions related to prescriptions, billing, and medication orders.
- Communicate with providers' offices to clarify prescription orders and obtain necessary information.
- Collaborate with pharmacists and other pharmacy staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely prescription processing.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable pharmacy regulations.
- Prioritize workload to meet productivity, quality, and turnaround time expectations.
- Document all communications and interventions accurately within the pharmacy system.
- Assist with other pharmacy operational duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Valid Texas State Board of Pharmacy Technician certification.
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a pharmacy data entry or operations role.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
- At least one year of experience using pharmacy software and data management systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be punctual and adaptable to changing priorities.
Preferred
- Experience in a compounding pharmacy operations setting.
- Experience with prescription order entry and pharmacy billing.
- 2 years of hands-on experience in a pharmacy data entry or operations role.
- Knowledge of third-party insurance processing and claim adjudication.
- Proficiency with the LifeFile pharmacy system.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, or via virtual meeting
- Ability to maintain focus in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms, such as typing.
Requirements
- Valid Texas State Board of Pharmacy Technician certification
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a pharmacy data entry or operations role
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
- At least one year of experience using pharmacy software and data management systems
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Must be punctual and adaptable to changing priorities
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Quarterly bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
Company overview
AP MAX INC is a retail pharmacy company operating in the healthcare sector, specializing in pharmaceutical retail services. As a retail pharmacy provider, the company focuses on dispensing prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and healthcare products to consumers. Retail pharmacies like AP MAX INC play a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem by providing accessible medication distribution, patient counseling, and medication management services. These establishments typically offer a range of healthcare products including prescription drugs, medical supplies, personal care items, and health monitoring devices. Retail pharmacies serve as important community healthcare access points, often providing immunization services, health screenings, and medication therapy management. The company operates within the competitive retail pharmacy landscape, which includes both independent pharmacies and larger chain operations. AP MAX INC's business model centers on pharmaceutical retail operations, customer service, and healthcare product distribution, contributing to the broader healthcare delivery system by ensuring medication accessibility and supporting patient health outcomes through professional pharmacy services.