Specialty Rx Certified Pharmacy Technician - Full Time - Wolf River
Description
Job Title: Specialty Pharmacy Technician
About Us
At West Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. Our team fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every role contributes to making a difference in patients’ lives. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive support to those navigating the challenges of cancer treatment.
Position Overview
The Specialty Pharmacy Technician works alongside pharmacists to ensure medications are safe, effective, and accurately prepared for patients. This role involves locating, dispensing, packing, and labeling prescribed medications, which are then reviewed by a pharmacist prior to dispensing. In addition to direct pharmacy support, the technician may assist with administrative tasks such as processing insurance claims, maintaining inventory, filing paperwork, and delivering excellent customer service. This position requires reliability, strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with computers in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities
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Receive and check the validity of prescriptions.
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Process prescriptions electronically, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
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Locate, select, and measure appropriate medications and dosages.
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Maintain prescription records and file physician orders accurately.
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Sort, stock, and monitor pharmacy inventory.
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Answer patient and healthcare provider inquiries, referring complex issues to the pharmacist.
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Research and resolve claims issues while providing timely, accurate customer service.
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Comply with safety and regulatory requirements, maintaining a clean and safe pharmacy environment.
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Resolve issues such as rejected insurance claims.
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Provide courteous and prompt customer service by phone.
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Triage and prioritize requests effectively.
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Check medication expiration dates regularly.
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Attend staff meetings as scheduled.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
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Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
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Required: 2–3 years of retail pharmacy experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Required: PTCB certification (or equivalent) and TN State Board of Pharmacy Registration.
Skills & Abilities
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Excellent organizational, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Proficiency in computers, scanners, and pharmacy applications.
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Strong knowledge of medications, dosage measurement, pharmacy law, and medical terminology.
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Ability to perform basic math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
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Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to work independently.
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Capacity to analyze situations, respond quickly, and work effectively in a team setting.
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Commitment to patient confidentiality, professionalism, and maintaining effective workplace relationships.
Why West Cancer Center is a Great Place to Work
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Meaningful Impact: Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
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Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
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Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
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Mission-Driven Environment: Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.
No nights, weekends, or holidays. Comprehensive benefits package.
Join Us
Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that is making a real difference. If you’re passionate about pharmacy care, patient support, and contributing to life-changing cancer treatment, apply now to join West Cancer Center as a Specialty Pharmacy Technician.
As published by greenhouse · 27 questions · 10 written answers
Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (8)
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- How did you hear about this job?
- If referred, please list name of the associate that referred you optional
- To help us align expectations early in the process, please share your target salary range in USD. We understand that this may be negotiable, but having a range helps us use your time efficiently.
- If you have worked for West Clinic/West Cancer Center or its affiliates in the past, please list positions(s) and any other name or alias used while employed. optional
- How many years’ experience do you have for this position?
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Pick from a list (9)
- Interested in Working, Full-time, Part-time, Supplemental (Check all that apply)
- Have you ever worked for West Clinic/West Cancer Center or its affiliates in the past?
- Have you ever been terminated or resigned in lieu of termination?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- May we contact your current employer?
- Are you presently under an employment contract?
- I understand that West Clinic/West Cancer Center does not respond to application status inquires until I have been selected for a position or the position is filled by another candidate?
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Written answers (10)
- List active, relevant certifications and expiration dates
- List any current memberships or volunteer work optional
- Do you have any relatives or household members employed by West Cancer Center? If so, please indicate name, job title, and location. Do not include any information or identification of marital status.
- If you have ever been terminated or resigned in lieu of termination , please explain: optional
- Have you ever been convicted, pled no contest, or pled guilty to a felony or do you currently have a pending charge? Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Have you ever been convicted, pled no contest, or pled guilty to ANY misdemeanor to include involving fraud, writing bad checks, theft, DUI, or drugs? DO NOT include juvenile cases or cases sealed or expunged by a court. Do not assume charges have been removed. Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Have you currently or have you previously been excluded, suspended, or otherwise been ineligible for participation in federal programs, or do you have a controlling interest in an entity that has been so excluded or suspended? Have you ever been sanctioned, disciplined, debarred, and/or excluded by a duly authorized regulatory agency, or are there current restrictions/limits on your license or certification? Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Have you ever served as an expert witness or consultant in healthcare malpractice cases? Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Please provide 5 professional references to include their name, phone number, and email address.
- Please list any other names used (maiden, alias, nickname) or type NONE.