Pharmacy Technician

Job #: 043190 Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range: $19.51 - $21.51 Hours: Standard University business hours 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs. Job Type: Full-time Job Description: This is a 9-month Pharmacy Technician position that aligns with the academic calendar, offering a seasonal schedule alongside the opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of the Syracuse University student population. You'll work directly with students to ensure they receive accurate, timely access to their medications, as part of a collaborative, student-centered pharmacy team on a vibrant college campus. In this role, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to assist with reconciling third-party claims and providing medication to SU students. Day-to-day responsibilities include counting and labeling medications, managing inventory, processing insurance claims, answering pharmacy calls, and supporting students and Health Services providers with their pharmacy needs. Education and Experience: Certified as a pharmacy technician in the state of New York High School diploma Skills and Knowledge: Skills and duties include: inputting of prescriptions, accurate counting of medication to be dispensed, labeling of prescriptions, alerting the pharmacist of any allergies, need for medication alternatives, or questions that are health-related such as drug interactions The pharmacy technician, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, will be responsible for performing a number of pharmacy-related tasks and help assist with the reconciliation of third-party claims Responsibilities: Assist the Pharmacist by performing the following duties: answering pharmacy phone calls, assisting students with filling prescriptions, accurately counting medication quantities, prescription labeling, organizing inventory, receiving orders from Health Services providers as well as outside providers, and alerting the pharmacist of any stock shortages Refer questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health-related matters to a registered pharmacist Reconcile third-party reimbursements in the ProPharm system About Syracuse University: Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu. About the Syracuse area: Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. Application Deadline: Full Consideration By: To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/114938 Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. 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