Pharmacy Technician

Compensation for this position ranges between $17-$22. This contract opportunity is for an ideal dedicated and detail-oriented pharmacy technician. If you thrive in retail and long-term care and have the required experience. This role supports our mission to provide high-quality, compassionate pharmacy care to individuals with behavioral health and complex health needs.

• Accurately enter and update prescription and patient information into pharmacy systems.
• Process refill requests, insurance claims, and prior authorizations under pharmacist supervision.
• Prepare prescription labels and verify information for accuracy.
• Retrieve, count, pour, weigh, measure, and label medications for pharmacist verification.
• Prepare both non-sterile and sterile compounds (if certified and trained per CA regulations).
• Repackage medications for unit dose dispensing or inventory management.
• Greet and assist patients at the pharmacy counter or via phone.
• Collect patient information (e.g., insurance, allergies) and relay questions to the pharmacist.
• Inform patients of wait times, copays, or out-of-stock medications.
• Receive, unpack, and store medications and pharmacy supplies.
• Monitor stock levels, check expiration dates, and remove outdated items.
• Help manage controlled substances inventory per DEA and California Board of Pharmacy rules.
• Process third-party insurance claims and troubleshoot billing issues.
• Coordinate with insurance companies and prescribers for overrides or prior authorizations.
• Assist patients with discount programs or out-of-pocket cost concerns.
• Comply with all California Board of Pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Perform duties only under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Ensure proper documentation and privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
• If working in a hospital or compounding pharmacy, prepare sterile products in accordance with USP <797>/<800>.
• Participate in required training and competency assessments.
• Maintain sterile compounding logs and environmental monitoring records.
• Coordinate with pharmacists, interns, and other technicians to maintain smooth workflow.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization in the pharmacy work area.
• Participate in pharmacy meetings, trainings, and process improvement initiatives.

• Valid and active California State Pharmacy Technician License.
• Retail/Long Term Care experience.
• 1-3 years of pharmacy technician experience.

• Weekly Paycheck
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Extensive Medical Coverage
• Licensing Assistance
• Custom Housing
• Travel Assistance
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Soliant has achieved The Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission