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Temporary Pharmacy Technician! Offering up to $24/Hr! 822506

Portland, ME 04103

Posted: 03/11/2025 Job Category: Healthcare Job Number: 822506 Pay Rate: $19.18 - $24.82 per hour

Job Description


Job Title: Temp Pharmacy Technician – Mail Order
Pay: $19.22/Hr. to $24.88/Hr.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Start Date: March 24th

We are seeking a Temporary Pharmacy Technician for a temporary position for our client, Martin's Point Health Care, located in Portland, ME. The Pharmacy Technician will assist pharmacists in the fulfillment of prescription orders from start to finish while providing excellent customer service and supporting all pharmacy department and organizational goals. This is a temporary role with an expected assignment duration of 6 months, with the potential for extension or temp-to-hire opportunities.

As a Temporary Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Creating and maintaining accurate patient profiles, including demographics, insurance, allergies, etc., to ensure accurate and timely filling of prescription orders.

  • Answering routine inquiries regarding Health Plan drug coverage, prices, product availability, formulary listings, and pharmacy services.

  • Abiding by all HIPAA, DOD, CMS, state, federal, and board of pharmacy laws and regulations, ensuring the privacy of customers.

  • Performing tasks at various pharmacy workstations, including data entry, filling, shipping, call center, register, and inventory management to support pharmacy group goals.

  • Using the electronic Medical Record (Athena) to communicate with internal Delivery System staff regarding medication refills and answering non-clinical questions.

  • Reviewing medication purchases to ensure the best purchasing decisions, reducing expenses for both patients and the organization.

  • Displaying professionalism and promoting excellence in service as an integral part of the pharmacy department.

  • Participating in all department and pharmacy group meetings and process improvement activities.


The ideal candidate for this role will have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Previous pharmacy experience preferred

  • Experience in a medical setting and/or knowledge of pharmacy terms and abbreviations preferred

  • Active pharmacy license for state applying or eligibility to obtain pharmacy license within 90 days

  • National Pharmacy Certification preferred


Skills/Knowledge/Competencies (Behaviors):

  • Strong Windows-based computer skills, including data entry and word processing ability

  • Excellent telephone etiquette and positive interpersonal skills

  • Ability to handle difficult conversations with patients and internal customers

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyze and problem-solve

  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, high-production, and high-stress environment

  • Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through skills


Benefits:

  • Enjoy affordable health and prescription coverage with no waiting period

  • Benefits offered by the employer once hired permanently

  • Retirement plan: 401k/Pension

  • Ask us about our Referral Bonus Program to earn extra cash


Ready to take the next step? Apply now for this Temporary Pharmacy Technician role in Portland, ME—or contact us to learn more!

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