Pharmacy Technician Retail

Allina Health
life insurance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
2925 Chicago Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 24, 2024
Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: December 26, 2024 Department: 70007908 Community Pharmacy Abbott Northwestern Heart Hospital Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: Every 3rd Job Summary: As a pharmacy technician, you ensure patient safety by accurately preparing and dispensing medications. Your efficiency in managing inventory and processing prescriptions allows pharmacists to focus on patient care. By providing excellent customer service and medication guidance, you enhance patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans. Key Position Details: To learn more about our pharmacy team, click here. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fS6VhJ_0TgE Full-time position 8-hour, day / evening shifts Every third weekend rotation Pre-employment Drug Screen: This role requires that all external and internal applicants successfully pass a drug test before beginning work. A positive test result and/or refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. Job Description: The technician functions under the supervision of the pharmacist. Provides basic prescription filling, inventory management and customer service. May assists with other pharmacy projects. Principle Responsibilities Prescription Filling Order entry into pharmacy management software. Fulfilment of reviewed orders. Final dispense according to disposition. Reduces audit risk through proper checks including, but not limited to, DAW, days supply, NDC validation, dates of service, discrete directions and other standard practices. Customer Service Provides service to internal and external customers. Greets patients, employees and staff in a timely and courteous manner. Obtains needed information through direct patient contact to support prescription filling. Advocates for patients by searching for manufacturer and foundation copay assistance. Technician will routinely complete the following responsibilities to manage and support drug distribution Inventory Management - receipt and restock of wholesaler orders, transfer of medications to internal pharmacies. Medication picking in support of prescription filling. Restocks automated dispensing robots. May troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment. May assist with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepancies. Complete and document quality assurance activities Monitors expiration dating. Performs cleaning. Reports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Licenses/Certifications Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN or WI Board of Pharmacy required depending on state location Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $20.32 to $27.68 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Paid Caregiver Leave Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.