Pharmacy Technician II (Specialty Fulfillment)

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management / Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose :

Work with the Pharmacists to accurately prepare prescription orders in a timely manner

Interact with various departments to provide accurately dispensed prescriptions on a timely basis

Work under direct supervision of a pharmacist

Locate correct medication and strength to complete picking of order.

Prepare, count, label, and package pharmaceuticals for Pharmacist approval

Purchase, receive and coordinate inventory

Maintain and update inventory recap report

Retrieve discontinued or expired medications from stock; discard or return to stock as appropriate; complete corresponding documentation

Maintain prescription logs

Accurately calibrate equipment and document calibration according to policy

Assist with the maintenance of pharmacy temperature and cleaning logs and documents maintenance

Comply with safety, quality assurance, accreditation, legal, state, and federal regulatory requirements

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Education / Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of pharmacy technician or medical office (i.e. biller, coder, office assistance, or prior authorization / certification) experience. Familiarity with drugs commonly used to treat chronic / debilitating illnesses.

License / Certification :

Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred

AcariaHealth and Homescripts :

State pharmacy technician license(s) relative to where the employee and assigned pharmacy are located (exception being NY where a pharmacy technician license is not required). License is required upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications :

Specialty Pharmacy Knowledge : Experience handling biologics, injectables, or limited distribution drugs, with a strong understanding of cold-chain logistics and manufacturer requirements.

Previous experience in a specialty pharmacy or similar healthcare environment is highly desirable.

Schedule :

This is a full-time, on-site position based in our office, Monday through Friday, 9 : 00 AM – 5 : 30 PM EST.

Pay Range : $19.04 - $32.35 per hour Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including : competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act