Full Time Pharmacy Techican

Northeast Grocery; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Grocery in the United States is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in preparing and dispensing prescription medications under the supervision of a pharmacist, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

The role involves counseling patients, entering customer data, supporting pharmacy operations, and contributing to achieving financial and operational goals, with emphasis on accuracy and security of controlled substances.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Possess strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complies with federal/state laws, pharmacy regs, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Enter customer data into the computer and maintain accurate records.
• Counsels patients and medical providers regarding drug use, dosage, interactions and side effects.
• Support pharmacy operations and contribute to achieving financial goals.
• Maintain security of all controlled substances.

Skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Pharmacy Computer

Job description

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Pharmacy Technician assists in preparing and dispensing prescription medications under the supervision of a pharmacist, ensuring compliance with all regulations and company policies. They also manage customer data, provide medication counseling, support pharmacy operations, and contribute to achieving financial and operational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, all supervised by the Pharmacist.
• Follow directions from the pharmacist on duty and pharmacy manager.
• Enter customer data into the computer, keep accurate records, complete all necessary paperwork relating to the pharmacy.
• Counsel’s patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Fulfill general housekeeping duties.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Maintain security of all controlled substances

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions
• Possess basic computer skills
• Possess strong communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours

Twisting Occasional 1-3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

• Telephone system
• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.