Pharmacy Technician

Overview

The Pharmacy Technician supports military healthcare operations by assisting pharmacists with medication preparation, prescription processing, inventory management, and customer service activities within Military Treatment Facilities in Okinawa, Japan. This role ensures safe and efficient pharmacy operations while supporting quality patient care and compliance with DHA and DoD standards.

*Position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, packaging, labeling, and dispensing medications in accordance with applicable regulations and pharmacy procedures.
• Receive and process prescription requests while ensuring accuracy and completeness of patient information.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory, stock medications and supplies, and assist with inventory control procedures.
• Provide customer service to patients, staff, and healthcare providers regarding prescription processing and medication pick-up procedures.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation within electronic systems.
• Comply with HIPAA requirements and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Participate in orientation, annual training, and all required compliance training programs.
• Follow infection control standards and universal precautions in the workplace.
• Adhere to DHA, DoD, installation, and pharmacy operational policies and procedures.
• Clearly identify contractor status while performing duties within the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician training program preferred.
• Current certification as a Pharmacy Technician through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or equivalent preferred or required by task order.
• Minimum experience in outpatient, inpatient, or retail pharmacy operations preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology, medication preparation, dosage calculations, and inventory procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency and typing skills.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or required by task order.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must meet all health screening, immunization, background check, and installation access requirements.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and work effectively in a military healthcare environment.

Kako'o Services LLC

Kako'o Services is a premier provider of healthcare workers to various military treatment facilities across the United States. With a corporate office in Honolulu, Hawaii and recruiting office in San Antonio, Texas we specialize in providing skilled, trained and highly successful healthcare workers, including RNs, CRNAs, Physicians, LPN/LVN, Licensed Social Workers, and many more.

We have a strong focus on providing our government customers with quality and superior service.

Kako'o Services is an equal opportunity employer. For further information, please click the link to view the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Only qualified individuals who are being considered will be contacted for an interview.