Certified Pharmacy Technician, Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our US locations. The role supports pharmacists, maintains safety and accuracy in dispensing, and handles packaging and shipping of medications across locations in the United States. An active in-state license is required.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, national certification, and experience with computer tools; a valid driver's license is required. This is not a remote position with varied shifts and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and ability to read and understand English labeling.
• Experience using computer-based tools for job tasks and data entry.
• Active in-state Pharmacy Technician license or equivalent trainee/assistant license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in filling prescription items as permitted by state board.
• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by following procedures and regulations.
• Work with Leadership to ensure correct medications are in the right packets.
• Operate automated machinery to pre-sort and package medications.
• Fill exception trays with appropriate medication.
• Transition orders through workflow stages from dispense to quality control.
• Count and label prescription vials for bulk items.
• Pack and ship completed orders with proper labels.
• Sort and triage boxes to ship on schedule.
• Assist distribution manager and pharmacists with receiving, shipping, counting, and packing.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and maintained.
• Prepare medications for dispensing and delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Computer tools experience

Reading English labels

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician license (in-state)

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

This is not a remote position. Locations available across the US. Opportunities are throughout USA & CANADA. Innovation is at the core of what we do. We believe that by removing and reducing the barriers that prevent people from taking their medications, we can help customers conveniently get the medications they need, when they need them and take them as prescribed. We have provided customers with the ability to find transparent and simple pricing, receive 24/7 customer service support, and have their meds delivered to their doorsteps while creating programs and products that embody our mission and position ourselves in becoming the world’s safest and fastest online pharmacy.

We are looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join us on our journey to make it drastically easier for customers to find, choose, afford, and engage with the services, products, and professionals they need to get and stay healthy! An active in-state pharmacy technician license is required to be considered.

Key job responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in filling prescription items, as permitted by the state board of pharmacy
• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work daily with Leadership to ensure the right medications are put in the right packets
• Run automated machinery required to pre-sort and package medications
• Fill exception trays with appropriate medication
• Transition orders through different workflow stages from initial dispense through quality control
• Count and fill prescription vials and affix labels on bulk prescription items
• Pack and ship completed orders including printing and affixing appropriate labels on dispenser, shipping boxes
• Sort and triage the right boxes to ship at the right time
• Aid the distribution manager and distribution pharmacists with receiving, shipping, counting, and packing
• Clean, and help maintain, equipment and work areas
• Package medications for dispensing and for delivery
• Work a flexible schedule - shifts will possibly start and end outside of normal business hours
• Physical Requirements:
  • During shifts last up to 12 hours (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part-time shifts may vary):
  • Standing, bending, reaching above the head, kneeling, crouching and/or stretching
  • Lifting and moving products up to 49 lbs in weight
  • Manual dexterity of hands and wrists

Basic Qualifications

• active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license (or equivalent trainee/assistant license) in state of employment
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of working with computer and web based tools experience
• Valid and active driver's license
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisor
• Ability to read and understand English language labeling on product cartons and prescription labels
• Clean driving record that passes Amazon’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Checks (to be rechecked annually). Driving privileges will be revoked if your DMV reports indicates you have received a ticket for one or more of the following violations: Evading responsibility, Being at fault in a fatal accident, Having two or more motor vehicle accidents in the last three years, Having a motor vehicle accident resulting in greater than $5,000 in damages, Driving under the influence or in any way impaired by alcohol or drugs, Reckless Driving, Recurrent speeding violations, Recurrent driving suspensions, Three or more driving violations within the last three years

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recognizing and identifying patient medications
• Experience working in fast paced environments, and managing workload even during times of stress, or escalated activity
• Demonstrated organization skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below, including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits .

USA, AZ, Arizona - 24.15 - 27.65 USD hourly