Job Description
Job Title: Pharmacy Support Associate
Job Description The ideal candidate will be able to fill prescription requests accurately and efficiently in an automated refill setting. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Support Associate prepares, packages, sorts, and distributes medications in a fast-paced production environment. The candidate will maintain continuous, consistent workflow to meet daily production goals and has the ability to work productively independently or in a team environment.
Responsibilities - Manually fill prescription vials with prescribed tablets and capsules.
- Retrieve and process Unit of Use and Bulk items.
- Read computer-generated screens to find indicated medication on labeled shelves, verifying size and strength of the product before filling the order.
- Replenish medication in automated cells to full capacity, opening large quantities of bottles and cases of products.
- Use basic mathematical reasoning to either count or calculate the appropriate number of units needed to fill prescriptions.
- Utilize handheld scanner units to scan barcodes of products for replenishment.
- Demonstrate problem resolution skills, including the ability to recognize, address, and escalate issues.
- Maintain focus and acute attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks with absolute accuracy.
- Maintain the pharmacy floor in a clean and orderly condition.
- Understand and abide by federal and state HIPAA laws as well as pharmacy standard procedures to ensure patient safety and privacy.
- Process orders for shipping, including folding/packing paperwork and attaching shipping labels.
- Fill, pack, and ship prescriptions with 100% accuracy and efficiency using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and supported hardware and software.
- Adhere to and promote the Company's Shared ICARE Principles.
- Mandatory overtime is required based on business needs.
Essential Skills - Experience in pharmacy operations and professional standards.
- Proficiency in filling prescriptions and medication handling.
- Knowledge of automated refill systems, order entry, and pharmacy support.
- Strong data entry skills.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and support to pharmacy technicians and students.
- Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications - HS diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and carry 20-30 lbs of merchandise.
- Standing/walking continuously during the shift (8 hours per day).
- Requires bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, and pinching.
- Visual acuity to read computer screens, handheld scanners, and labels.
- Good computer skills.
- Warehouse experience is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills in a constantly changing production environment.
- A Pharmacy Tech degree is not required in NYS.
- Excellent attention to detail and quality-focused.
- Positive attitude, handling adversity and ambiguity well.
Work Environment
The work environment is climate-controlled, ensuring comfort during shifts. The position requires part-time work, ranging from 24 to 36 hours a week. Fridays and Sundays are mandatory workdays. The schedule is as follows: Sunday (9:00 am - 5:30 pm), Monday (9:00 am - 2:00 pm), Tuesday (9:00 am - 2:00 pm), Thursday (9:00 am - 2:00 pm), and Friday (9:00 am - 5:30 pm).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo, New York.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.
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Job Tags
Temporary work, Part time, Contract work, Shift work, Sunday,