7/70 Day/Evening Pharmacy Technician - Retail

Number of Job Openings Available:
2
Date Posted:
June 12, 2023
Department:
70007905 Community Pharmacy Westhealth
Shift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:
Variable shift length
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union
Weekend Rotation:
Every Other
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, provides basic drug distribution and drug preparation services. Checks pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, prepares labels, calculates quantities and assists with other pharmaceutical therapies.
Key Position Details:
7/70 position. This position may support multiple Allina Health Pharmacy teams.
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities

• Prepares medications.
  • Prepares and selects medications for distribution.
  • Performs data entry, adjudication, filling, labeling and bagging of prescriptions.
  • Assists Pharmacists in compounding processes as allowed.
  • Processes refills requests and prior authorizations.
• Monitors inventory.
  • Performs daily ordering.
  • Performs inventory management.
  • Uses wholesaler return programs and supports reverse distribution processes.
• Complete and document quality assurance activities.
  • Monitors expiration dating.
  • Ensures pharmacy environment is clean and free of clutter, safe, and presents a professional atmosphere. Reports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisor.
  • Completes audits for days supply, signatures, dates, take as directed and returns-to-stock.
• Monitors internal and external required processes.
  • Documents and complies with standards for any active accreditations.
  • Performs daily cash control routines where needed.
  • Maintains organized records of invoices, reports, and other important documents.
  • Supports daily controlled substance routines.
• Provides customer service.
  • Answers phone and directs calls to appropriate party.
  • Manages point of sale activities.
  • Consults refill management programs to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective utilization of medications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, with high school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited Pharmacy Technician training program preferred
• 2+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience preferred
• Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required if working in the state of MN upon hire
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - National Certification Board (PTCB preferred) within 6 months of hire required

Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently