Pharmacist in Retail Pharmacy - Lakewood, Ohio

An established specialty retail pharmacy is seeking an experienced pharmacy technician for a 13-week contract with the potential to convert to a permanent role. This position is based in Lakewood, OH, and focuses on serving a complex patient population requiring advanced medication management.

This pharmacy supports patients managing multiple chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Each patient typically takes 8-15 medications daily, calling for pharmacy professionals with strong communication skills, patience, and in-depth knowledge of commonly prescribed retail medications.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven retail pharmacy technician experience; specialty retail pharmacy background highly preferred
• Comfortable working with patients in advanced chronic disease stages
• Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid patient populations, sensitive to low literacy and income levels
• Experience with Rx30 software is a strong plus
• Licensed pharmacy technician in Ohio; PTCB certification highly preferred but not mandatory

Responsibilities:

• Accurately process prescriptions for a complex medication regimen
• Provide compassionate counseling and support to patients with advanced chronic illnesses
• Work closely with pharmacists and healthcare providers to ensure optimal medication therapy outcomes
• Manage inventory and maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a rewarding patient population while contributing to high-quality specialty pharmacy services. If you have the dedication and expertise needed to support complex medication management in a retail setting, apply today to join this dynamic healthcare team. The position is contract to hire with an immediate start.