Certified Pharmacy Technician, Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

EAP and Mental Health Support

Overtime pay and performance bonuses

Job summary

Amazon in Kannapolis is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in filling prescriptions and maintaining pharmacy standards. The role involves running automated machinery, packing orders, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should hold a high school diploma, active pharmacy technician license, and have experience working with computer tools.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, plus benefits including health support and 401(k) matching. Join us to make an impact in pharmacy services!

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience working with computer and web-based tools.
• Ability to read and understand English language labeling on product cartons and prescription labels.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in filling prescription items.
• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy environment.
• Run automated machinery for packaging medications.
• Count and fill prescription vials.
• Pack and ship completed orders.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Active Pharmacy Technician license

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Tools

Computer and web-based tools

Job description

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 pharmacy manager and 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 may start and end outside of normal business hours

Physical requirements

• During Peak/high demand, shifts last up to 12 hours (standard full-time shifts are 8-10 hours)
• 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

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of working with computer and web based tools experience
• Active unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in state of employment
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA)
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisor.
• Ability to read and understand English language labelling on product cartons and prescription labels.

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member
• Demonstrated organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to recognize and identify patient medications
• Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced work environment while consistently meeting standards for productivity and quality

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

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, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. 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, NC, Kannapolis - 22.00 - 24.00 USD hourly