Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it's the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965. At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Delta Health Center Reports To: Pharmacist-in-Charge / Staff Pharmacist

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prescription Processing: Assist pharmacists in the preparation, labeling, and dispensing of medications in strict accordance with Delta Health Center policies and Mississippi state regulations.
• Patient Coordination: Greet patients, collect necessary health and insurance information, and manage the pharmacy point-of-sale system for efficient checkout.
• Compounding Support: Assist in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile compounds under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Inventory Management: Maintain pharmacy stock by ordering, receiving, and organizing pharmaceutical supplies. Monitor for expiring products and ensure proper storage of medications.
• Clinical Support: Assist the pharmacist in identifying patients eligible for Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and help document patient adherence data.
• Insurance & Billing: Navigate pharmacy software to process insurance claims, resolve third-party rejects, and assist patients with prior authorization workflows.
• Administrative Compliance: Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure the pharmacy area remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Interdisciplinary Communication: Facilitate communication between the pharmacy and provider offices regarding refill requests and basic prescription clarification.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA regulation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program preferred.
• Licensure: Current and active Mississippi Pharmacy Technician Registration in good standing.
• Certification: PTCB or ExCPT certification highly preferred; may be required within a defined timeframe of hire.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in pharmacy management software (e.g., PioneerRx, QS/1, or similar) and basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong mathematical skills for dosage calculations, and the ability to communicate empathetically with a diverse patient population.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs as needed for inventory stocking.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Community Health: Experience working in a Community Health Center (CHC) or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
• Underserved Populations: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with underserved or rural patient populations.
• Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in a second language common to the local Delta region is a plus.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) with company matching
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education and certification maintenance