Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care (casual)

Job DescriptionJob Description: Is responsible for the accurate computer entry and processing of prescriptions, preparing unit dose medications, and non-sterile bulk compounding. Job duties also include inventory control, care of supplies and equipment, accurate cash handling, customer service, both in person and over the telephone, and the resolution of customer service issues. Assists the pharmacist in all aspects of the daily departmental activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, billing, record keeping and other clerical functions, monthly audits, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist.Education Qualifications:

If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st 2013.• Completion of a board-approved technician training program.• Willingness to complete the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Required:Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is requiredThe applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registrationAll float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and WisconsinAll Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registrationEarns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hireORBe currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. programORFor North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program

NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the State registration as a Pharmacy Technician and Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employmentOngoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy​

Job Location:

Hayward Clinic

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

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Hours Per Pay Period:Compensation Range:

$20.65 - $28.65 / hour

Union:

DC USWA Hayward (DCUHW)

FTE:

0

Weekends:Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus:

Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care (casual) at Essentia Health summary:The Pharmacy Technician in Ambulatory Care is responsible for accurately processing prescriptions, preparing medications, and managing inventory. This role includes customer service duties, clerical tasks, and assisting the pharmacist with training and departmental activities. Licensing and certification requirements vary by state, with a commitment to ongoing education and professional development.

Keywords:pharmacy technician, prescription processing, customer service, medication preparation, inventory control, pharmacy training, state registration, healthcare, ambulatory care, non-sterile compounding