Pharmacy Technician

Who We Are:

Neighborhood Health Center is a non-profit organization local to Portland, OR serving underserved patients in the areas of primary care, internal medicine, dental services and more. Our patient-centered approach to care honors the unique needs and circumstances of each individual patient. NHC sees people, not problems, and recognizes that the time spent as a patient in a doctors office is only one factor in a persons overall health. Our leading edge, integrated clinical teams work in partnership with patients, their families, and the communities we serve to provide whole-person care, prevention, and ongoing support.

NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences in the workplace and do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why work with us?

• We are a non-profit organization, passionate about providing the underserved population with medical and dental services across the greater Portland area, committed to making a difference daily.
• We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes 20 days of PTO (based on full time employment), 9 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, quarterly wellness reimbursements, generous 401k retirement plan with employer match, employer paid disability insurance, EAP and life insurance.
• Our employees voted NHC a Top Workplace in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024!

Job Title:  Pharmacy Technician
Department:  Pharmacy
Reports To:  Pharmacy Manager
Work Type:  On-Site At Tigard until September and then at Canby
Classification:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Language Differential: Eligible

SUMMARY

This position will assist the pharmacist in filling, dispensing, and driving/delivering prescriptions to patients of NHC Pharmacy.

Essential Job Duties

• Create pharmacy chart for patients establishing at NHC Pharmacy.
• Enter and update information in patient’s pharmacy record for pharmacist review.
• Assist pharmacist on duty to fill prescription orders.
• Deliver prescriptions to patient’s home after release and counseling by pharmacist on duty.
• Enter and bill pharmacy insurance plans for dispensed prescriptions.
• Coordinate and schedule delivery of prescriptions to patients.
• Coordinate and collect payment from patients for dispensed prescriptions.
• Maintain NHC Pharmacy on site inventory and inventory records.
• Order and check in medications and other supplies from vendors.
• Review stock to remove expired medications.
• Answer phone calls and refer to the pharmacist on duty when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• This position requires a high school diploma or GED
• 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required

License and/or Certification Requirements

• Current BLS certification is required
• Active Oregon Certified Pharmacy Technician license in good standing is required
• Active and unencumbered Driver’s license is required
• Active automobile insurance is required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Behaviors

• Ability to perform deliveries reliably and safely to patients.
• Ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing with a service-oriented approach, sometimes in stressful circumstances.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to answer and utilize multiple line telephone and standard office equipment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing information and/or policies and procedures.
• Must be able to display sensitivity to the population and patients served.
• Must be able to demonstrate a record of reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to proficiently use Pioneer Pharmacy Management Software preferred.
• Ability to proficiently use EPIC Electronic Health Record preferred.
• Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in Spanish highly preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be exposed to blood borne pathogens or potentially hazardous chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Regularly sit while working on the computer; use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls; repeat the same movements when entering data; ability to differentiate between colors, shades, and brightness; read from a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Frequently stand and walk around the office to gather supplies, required to do filing, use office equipment, or collaborate with employees.
• Occasionally stand, stoop and lift or move objects, equipment and supplies weighing approximately 20-25 pounds up to 40-50 pounds.

Neighborhood Health Center Employment Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks, background & driver's checks, drug screening for illegal substances, Tuberculosis, and any position specific credentialing or licensure requirements.