Pharmacy Technician Associate-Retail

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

February 05, 2025

Department:

70027908 Community Pharmacy United Outpatient

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:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

To learn more about our pharmacy team, click here.

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• 1.0 FTE (40-hours per week)

• 8-hour, day/evening shifts

• Every third weekend rotation

• Benefit eligible

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