Pharmacy Assistant

McKesson Corporation; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a pharmacy technician to support pharmacists in hospital and retail environments. The role involves preparing and dispensing medications, labeling bottles, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

You will assist in stocking shelves, processing medication records, and ensuring accuracy in daily operations. The position emphasizes adherence to established procedures, attention to detail, and collaboration within a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacist in hospital or retail settings with dispensing medications.
• Prepares and labels medications; inventories stock and maintains records.
• Prepares IV packs under supervision using sterile technique.

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

JOB FAMILY DESCRIPTION

Performs any combination of following duties to assist Pharmacist in hospital pharmacy or retail establishment: mixes pharmaceutical preparations, fills bottles with prescribed tables and capsules, and types labels for bottles. Assists Pharmacist to prepare and dispense medication. Receives and stores incoming supplies. Counts stock and enters data in compute to maintain inventory records. Processes records of medication and equipment dispensed to hospital patient, compute charges, and enters data in computer. Prepares IV (intravenous) packs, using sterile technique, under supervision of hospital pharmacist. Cleans equipment and sterilizes glassware according to prescribed methods. Types and files reports, and completes formed as directed. Assists in stocking shelves, checking prices and maintaining inventory. Higher level technicians may have the following additional duties: May work closely with drug wholesalers and directly with manufacturers to ensure the uninterrupted provision of medications for our patients and ensure the Robot completes the daily assignments on time and with accuracy.

CAREER LEVEL DESCRIPTION

Demonstrates competence in own area, and is proficient in specific area of discipline. Typically works with moderate guidance in area of knowledge. KNOWLEDGE: Full application of standard policies and procedures. May still be acquiring higher skill level, and gaining exposure to more complex tasks within job function. PROBLEM COMPLEXITY: Provides resolutions to an assortment of problems of moderately complex scope. Job requires judgment within defined practices and procedures. MINIMUM EDUCATION & TYPICAL EXPERIENCE OR EQUIV. COMBINATION: Works under normal supervision. Follows established procedures. Detailed instructions given for new assignments. Work is reviewed for accuracy and overall adequacy. CAREER LEVEL: B2

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$20.11 - $33.51

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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