Pharmacy Technician Bilingual

The Bilingual Pharmacy Technician will support and assist Pharmacists with preparing and dispensing prescribed medications and providing patient care and education. 

This is a full-time position in an outpatient clinic pharmacy based in Lamont, CA.  The pharmacy is located inside one of our clinic partners (Clinica Sierra Vista) and the pharmacy is open Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-1pm.

Ability to travel to our pharmacies in Bakersfield and/or Fresno is a plus!

Great Work-Life Balance! No Evenings!

About the Role:

• Remove drug(s) from stock; count, pour, or mix pharmaceuticals 
• Place the product into a container 
• Affix the label or labels to the container 
• Package/repackage as needed 
• Type prescription label(s) or enter prescription information into a computer record system 
• Verify/re-verify insurance benefits 
• Interact courteously with patients and team members to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships
• Answer incoming and make outbound calls to patients, case managers, providers, insurance companies, etc. 
• Clearly write routine reports and correspondence
• Handle payment transactions at Point of Service (POS) and reconcile beginning and end-of-day transactions 
• Coordinate prescription deliveries 
• Proactively identify and analyze problems and provide effective solutions 
• Embrace and perform in the spirit of the company’s core values and goals 

 About You:

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or higher preferred, especially in a related health field 
• One or more years of related Pharmacy Technician experience 
• Active and good standing Pharmacy Technician License in the State of CA
• National Pharmacy Technician certification through an accredited certification program preferred 
• Proficient in English with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish Preferred
• Experience with pharmacy software such as PioneerRx, QSI, etc. preferred
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical/Health Records (EMR/EHR) such as EPIC, NextGen, CERNER, etc. preferred
• Strong typing and data entry skills
• Must have a reliable mode of transportation to get to and from the pharmacy on a regular daily basis
• Able to travel as needed to our Bakersfield or Fresno pharmacy is preferred
• Must have a positive attitude, be energetic and flexible, have excellent phone etiquette, and provide exceptional customer service
• Must be available to work Monday- Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-1pm

At Avita, you can be the care. Compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Avita is committed to reducing health inequities by bringing compassionate LGBTQ , HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care to its covered entity partners and patients. With a trusted suite of 340B program solutions, integrated pharmacy services, and holistic care approaches, Avita provides award-winning care for more than 145,000 patients through over 320 covered entities at 65 locations nationwide. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401k, vision, pet insurance, life insurance, FSA, HSA, award recognition, professional development, and career growth opportunities.

Pay range: $17.00-$27.00 per hour based on credentials and geographic location

Avita is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and is subject to federal regulations pertaining to employment. Avita does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.

Salary : $17 - $27