Retail Pharmacy Technician - Westerville, OH

A pharmacist technician role focused on specialty retail pharmacy offers a unique opportunity to directly impact complex patient care. This position supports patients managing 8 to 15 medications daily, many coping with advanced chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and multiple sclerosis. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills, patience, and a deep understanding of the top 200-400 drugs commonly found in retail pharmacy settings.

Location: Westerville, OH
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (no weekends)
Type: Contract, 8 weeks with potential for contract-to-hire based on performance
Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare prescriptions for patients with complex medication regimens
• Apply specialized knowledge to support patients managing multiple chronic conditions
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with a largely Medicare/Medicaid population, many with low literacy levels
• Utilize pharmacy software (Pioneer Rx experience preferred, training available) to process orders and maintain records
• Collaborate closely with pharmacists and healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Proven retail and/or specialty pharmacy technician background is highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with chronic illness patients, explicitly noted on resume
• Strong ability to explain medication instructions clearly and patiently to diverse patient populations
• Familiarity with managing prescriptions for chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and MS
• High level of empathy and cultural competence when working with low-income and low-literacy patients

This is an excellent contract opportunity for pharmacy technicians passionate about specialty pharmacy and patient-centered care. If you meet these qualifications and are ready to bring your communication skills and clinical knowledge to a fast-paced environment, apply now to help serve this vulnerable patient population.