Certified Pharmacy Technician

Great Plains Tribal Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Tribal Health seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to provide technical and clerical support in the Oyáte Health Center ambulatory setting under a licensed pharmacist. You assist with medication preparation, dispensing, inventory, documentation, and patient support to ensure high-quality pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities include compounding, labeling, unit-dose preparation, curbside pickup support, and accurate data entry, while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of pharmacy technician experience preferred.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with SD State Board of Pharmacy upon hire.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB).
• Ability to obtain BLS certification upon hire.
• Must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparing, packaging, labeling, and dispensing medications.
• Compounds medications as directed, including sterile preparations per USP 797/800 where applicable.
• Prepares medications for automated dispensing cabinets and restocks as needed.
• Supports curbside pickup and mail-out prescription programs per clinic policy.
• Contacts patients when medications are ready for pick-up and ensures two identifiers are used.
• Maintains accurate records, inventory, and data entry in pharmacy systems.
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and documentation of medications, including temperature monitoring.
• Complies with HIPAA and all federal, state, and local regulations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year pharmacy technician experience preferred

Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with South Dakota State Board of Pharmacy

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

Ability to obtain BLS certification upon hire

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

Job description

Job Summary

The Certified Pharmacy Technician provides technical and clerical pharmacy support services in an ambulatory care clinic setting under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This position assists with medication preparation, dispensing processes, inventory management, documentation, and patient support activities. All duties are performed in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, AAAHC accreditation standards, and organizational policies and procedures with the purpose of providing the highest quality pharmaceutical care to Oyáte Health Center (OHC) patients.

Essential Functions

The following functions are fundamental to the position and are required of all incumbents, with or without reasonable accommodation. These functions define the role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties.

• Assists pharmacists in preparing, packaging, labeling, and dispensing medications, including unit doses, pre- packs, and reconstituted products
• Compounds medications as directed by a pharmacist and within permitted scope, including sterile preparations in accordance with USP 797 and USP 800, where applicable
• Prepares medications for automated dispensing cabinets and ensures accurate delivery and restocking
• Supports curbside medication delivery and prescription mail-out programs in accordance with clinic policy
• Contacts patients to notify them when medications are ready for pick-up
• Ensures the use of two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) during all patient-related activities
• Offers patient satisfaction surveys as part of the clinic’s quality improvement efforts
• Directs all clinical questions or medication counseling requests to a licensed pharmacist
• Receives, stores, rotates, and replenishes medications and pharmacy supplies
• Monitors inventory levels, enters data into pharmacy systems, and generates supply orders
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and documentation of medications, including temperature monitoring
• Performs routine checks for expired medications and removes outdated products from inventory
• Coordinates reverse distribution processes for credit or reimbursement when appropriate
• Enters medication, cost, and inventory data into pharmacy and billing systems, including perpetual inventory records
• Assists with pharmacy point-of-sale (POS) billing activities and supports pharmacy program billing as directed
• Requests and processes prior authorizations under pharmacist guidance
• Maintains accurate pharmacy records, reports, and logs in compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
• Maintains working knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures, including formulary management, refills, eligibility, and mail-out services
• Participates in compliance with the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program, as applicable
• Supports quality improvement initiatives, audits, and clinic readiness activities
• Complies with all federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA confidentiality requirements
• Maintains the pharmacy and storage areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition
• Performs additional duties and special projects as assigned
• Serves on organizational committees, teams, or workgroups as requested
• Performs the core responsibilities of the position accurately, timely, and in accordance with established standards.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance consistent with the position’s schedule and operational needs.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders as required by the role.
• Adheres to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilizes required systems, tools, and technology necessary to perform the job.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• One (1) year of pharmacy technician experience preferred.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with South Dakota State Board of Pharmacy upon hire.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
• Ability to obtain BLS certification upon hire
• Must successfully pass a criminal and background check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Native American/American Indian Preference

Native American/American Indian Preference in hiring will be applied as defined in title 25 usc 44-46 &474.

Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.

Compliance with Employee Health Procedure

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.