Pharmacy Technician | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

An established specialty retail pharmacy requires a skilled Pharmacy Technician to support complex patient care through a Contract to Hire opportunity in Pittsburgh, PA. This role demands a proactive and compassionate individual experienced in retail pharmacy settings, preferably with specialty pharmacy exposure, to manage a challenging patient population effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications for patients with chronic and complex health conditions.
• Communicate clearly and patiently with patients managing multiple medications daily.
• Utilize pharmacy software (preferably Pioneer Rx) to accurately process prescriptions.
• Support a patient base primarily consisting of Medicare/Medicaid and low-income individuals, requiring empathy and strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and pharmacy policies.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a retail pharmacy technician, with specialty pharmacy background highly preferred.
• Demonstrated strong patient communication skills, especially working with patients suffering from chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and multiple sclerosis.
• Registration with the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy required; national certification (e.g., PTCB) highly preferred.
• Familiarity with the top 200-400 drugs found in retail pharmacy.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with an unpaid lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM.

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an immediate need for a candidate who can start promptly to ensure continuity of care at this specialty retail pharmacy. The initial placement will last approximately 13 weeks with the possibility of extending into a permanent role based on performance and fit.

If you meet these qualifications and have a passion for serving patients with compassion and professionalism, please submit your updated resume, skills checklist, a retail reference focused on patient interaction and specialty medication experience, and proof of PA registration or certification. Prompt availability will be prioritized. Apply now to support patients with complex medication needs in a rewarding pharmacy environment.