Job Description: Job Description Pharmacy Technician (Russian-Speaking)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, motivated, and customer-focused Pharmacy Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior pharmacy experience, proficiency with the Micro Merchant System, and a strong understanding of prescription processing and medication inventory management. Fluency in Russian is required to effectively communicate with Russian-speaking patients and provide excellent customer service.
Responsibilities:
Process and enter prescription orders accurately using the Micro Merchant System, ensuring all required patient and prescription information is complete and correct.
Fill prescriptions according to the appropriate National Drug Code (NDC), verifying medication details against the prescription and following established pharmacy procedures.
Assist with prescription preparation, labeling, packaging, and dispensing workflows in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and pharmacist supervision requirements.
Communicate with patients in both Russian and English to answer routine questions, provide prescription status updates, and assist with general pharmacy inquiries.
Deliver excellent customer service by addressing patient needs professionally, handling concerns appropriately, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.
Maintain accurate prescription records and perform data entry with a high degree of attention to detail.
Monitor prescription medication inventory, track stock levels, and notify the appropriate team member when medications need to be reordered.
Check medication expiration dates regularly and remove expired or otherwise unusable medications from active inventory according to pharmacy procedures.
Assist with receiving, organizing, stocking, and storing medications while maintaining appropriate storage conditions and inventory records.
Follow established procedures for medication handling, inventory control, patient confidentiality, and pharmacy safety.
Keep the pharmacy workspace clean, organized, and compliant with applicable standards.
Prioritize daily responsibilities based on prescription volume, patient needs, and operational deadlines.
Work collaboratively with pharmacists and other pharmacy staff to support efficient workflow and minimize processing errors.
Remain flexible and assist with additional pharmacy duties as needed.
Qualifications:
Previous pharmacy technician experience is required.
Hands-on experience using the Micro Merchant System is required.
Fluency in Russian is required, with the ability to communicate effectively with Russian-speaking patients.
Strong typing skills and accurate prescription processing and data entry abilities.
Familiarity with National Drug Codes (NDCs), prescription medications, and pharmacy dispensing workflows.
Knowledge of medication inventory management, stock rotation, and expiration date monitoring.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify discrepancies in prescription information or medication inventory.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize competing responsibilities, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Dependable, highly motivated, organized, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to patient confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance with pharmacy policies and applicable regulations.
Must meet applicable state requirements for pharmacy technician registration, certification, or licensure, as required for the position.