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Specialty Pharmacy Technician ~ $4,000 Sign-On Bonus

Shields Health SolutionsAlbany, NY

$20 - $25 / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$20-$25/hour

Job Description

Specialty Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

$4,000 Sign‑On Bonus | Specialty Pharmacy | Patient‑Focused Care

Why You'll Love This Role

Join a fast‑growing specialty pharmacy organization where your work directly impacts patient outcomes. This role goes beyond the bench - you'll support patients through the entire medication journey, combining technical expertise with meaningful patient interaction.

If you're a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) who enjoys problem‑solving, patient engagement, and working in a collaborative, quality‑driven environment, this is a strong next step in your career.

Job Purpose

As a Specialty Pharmacy Technician, you'll provide hands‑on, end‑to‑end support to both patients and pharmacists. Your focus will be medication accuracy, adherence, insurance resolution, and high‑touch patient service - ensuring every patient receives the right medication, at the right time, with the right support.

National CPhT certification (PTCB/NHA) are preferred

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do Daily)

Prescription & Medication Support

  • Enter, interpret, and process prescription orders accurately
  • Clarify prescription details with pharmacists and clinicians
  • Label, fill, and prepare prescriptions for pharmacist verification
  • Perform pharmaceutical calculations
  • Identify medications requiring special handling (refrigerated or hazardous)

Specialty Medication Preparation

  • Assemble supplies for specialty therapies (sharps containers, syringes, alcohol swabs, Band‑Aids, etc.)
  • Prepare and package medications for patient or department delivery
  • Maintain medication storage and handling compliance

Patient Engagement & Adherence

  • Answer, triage, and resolve inbound patient inquiries
  • Conduct outbound medication adherence and therapy check‑in calls
  • Educate patients on medication awareness and next steps
  • Secure and coordinate refill prescriptions

Insurance, Billing & Financial Support

  • Resolve insurance issues and rejected claims
  • Perform test claim adjudication
  • Assist patients with copay assistance and financial support programs

Operations, Data & Process Improvement

  • Maintain accurate patient and operational data in pharmacy systems
  • Support inventory management, ordering, and receiving
  • Identify trends, resolve issues, and recommend workflow improvements
  • Participate in quality, productivity, and process‑improvement initiatives
  • Act as a value‑added partner across internal teams

Compliance & Professional Growth

  • Maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
  • Stay current through education, professional publications, and networks
  • Support company standards for quality, service, and integrity
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications (Must‑Have)

  • Active State Pharmacy Technician Registration (preferred)
  • National Certification (CPhT - PTCB or equivalent) (preferred)
  • 1+ year experience as a Pharmacy Technician
  • Strong phone presence and patient communication skills
  • Experience with prescription entry, refills, and insurance resolution
  • Comfort handling sensitive and confidential patient information

Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining required licensure and certification.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑Have)

  • 5+ years Pharmacy Technician experience
  • Specialty pharmacy, infusion, or complex therapy experience
  • Prior authorization or financial assistance program exposure
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Experience working in multiple pharmacy database systems

Skills & Traits for Success

  • Organized & detail‑oriented
  • High integrity and confidentiality
  • Empathetic, patient‑focused communicator
  • Self‑starter with strong follow‑through
  • Collaborative team player
  • Quality‑ and service‑driven mindset

Compensation & Transparency

This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Shields Health Solutions. The current salary range for this position is $20.00 per hour to $25.00 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant factors. 

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FAQs About Specialty Pharmacy Technician ~ $4,000 Sign-On Bonus Jobs at Shields Health Solutions

What is the work location for this position at Shields Health Solutions?
This job at Shields Health Solutions is located in Albany, NY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Shields Health Solutions?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $20–$25 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Shields Health Solutions?
Shields Health Solutions lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Shields Health Solutions?
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