Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician - Training & Growth Path

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care level positions to support timely dispensing, accurate labeling, and sterile/non-sterile product preparation in a hospital setting across Minnesota. The roles require registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy or pharmacy student status in an accredited Pharm.D.

program, with ongoing training and certification obligations. Positions include responsibilities for patient education, adherence to USP standards, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: 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
• Certification/Licensure Required: State registration in the state of employment; 18+ age; high school diploma or equivalent; dual Minnesota/Wisconsin registration for Superior locations; ability to obtain PTCB or NHA certification within 2 years; may include Pharm.D. students
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the Board of Pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Assist in timely dispensing of medications with accurate labeling and regulatory compliance
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile products following USP 797/795 requirements
• Participate in clinical patient education and obtain accurate patient medical histories
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care and pharmacy department performance
• Maintain ongoing registrations and certifications as required

Skills

Pharmacy Technician

Minnesota Board registration

PTCB/NHA certification prep

Education

Board-approved technician training program

Job description

Essentia Health is seeking Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care level positions to support timely dispensing, accurate labeling, and sterile/non-sterile product preparation in a hospital setting across Minnesota. The roles require registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy or pharmacy student status in an accredited Pharm.D.

program, with ongoing training and certification obligations. Positions include responsibilities for patient education, adherence to USP standards, and collaboration