Pharmacy Fill Technician - (Overnight)
Polaris Pharmacy Services
Summary
The Pharmacy Fill Technician accurately prepares prescriptions, including the careful picking, labeling, scanning, and final preparation of prescriptions for the pharmacist's verification. Additionally, they assist in maintaining a well-organized workspace and ensure compliance with regulations.
Job description
Job Summary
The Pharmacy Fill Technician accurately prepares prescriptions, including the careful picking, labeling, scanning, and final preparation of prescriptions for the pharmacist's verification. Additionally, they assist in maintaining a well-organized workspace and ensure compliance with regulations.
Schedule
9:00pm - 5:30am with alternating weekends
Duties/Responsibilities
- Pull/pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas (pre-pack racks)
- Accuracy check of final preparation before presenting to the pharmacist
- Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently and in a timely and prioritized manner, under the supervision of a pharmacist
- Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle/dispose per procedure
- Assist in pre-packing frequently ordered medications; label and stock as needed during low-volume times
- Package materials and products manually
- Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA
- Maintain clean/organized workstation areas and replenish all stock supplies needed each shift
- Alert the pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly
- Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
- Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected
- Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Able to work at a moderate speed
- Able to work during inclement weather
- Reliable
- Detail-focused with analytical problem-solving skills
- Able to physically perform light lifting
- Must be able to work various shifts and day
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice
- Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice
- Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Able to work at a moderate speed
- Able to work during inclement weather
- Reliable
- Detail-focused with analytical problem-solving skills
- Able to physically perform light lifting
- Must be able to work various shifts and day
- Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k)
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Merit-Based Raises
- Career Growth Potential
- Flu Vaccines
- Employee Referral Bonus
Company overview
Polaris Pharmacy Services is a privately owned long-term and post-acute care pharmacy company founded in 2015, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. As the fifth largest long-term care pharmacy in the United States, Polaris operates 21 pharmacies across 29 states, serving over 80,000 residents in long-term care, PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), and correctional facilities. The company specializes in providing comprehensive pharmacy solutions including medication dispensing, clinical support, formulary management, prior authorization services, and innovative technology platforms like PolarisConnect and PolarisDirect. With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees, Polaris emphasizes personalized service, regulatory compliance, and cost containment strategies while maintaining a local, independently owned structure that allows for swift decision-making. Their mission focuses on delivering exceptional pharmacy services, clinical expertise, and technological innovation to enhance patient care and facility operations across diverse healthcare settings.