Pharmacy Tech - Outpatient - Levels 1-5

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks Pharmacy Techs (Tech I–Tech V) to support pharmacists in delivering high‑quality patient care. You will process prescriptions, assemble medications, interact with patients and insurers, and help maintain inventories in a busy clinic setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior outpatient pharmacy technician experience recommended.
• PTCB certification preferred within 12 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care.
• Process prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
• Interact with patients and managed care plans for prescription coverage.
• Assemble prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing.
• Complete patient purchases using point of sale systems.
• Maintain accurate medication inventories and billing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Telephone communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

PTCB certification (preferred)

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Pharmacy Tech levels 1 - 5:

• Assists the pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patient.
• Accurately and efficiently processes prescriptions.
• Interacts with patients and managed care plans to authorize prescription coverage.
• Assembles prescriptions and follows proper procedures to prepare and dispense medications.
• Accurately and efficiently completes patient purchase transactions utilizing point of sale systems.
• Assists with maintaining accurate medication inventories and billing of medications.
• Effectively communicates utilizing established systems and processes.
• Performs responsibilities and duties of the job in a manner that is attentive to age and ability considerations.

Qualifications

Note: These qualifications apply to the Pharmacy Tech level 1, which are the minimum qualifications that must be met for all levels.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Additional Qualifications

• Prior experience as an outpatient pharmacy technician preferred.
• Able to learn technical tasks including software computer applications and keyboarding. Able to follow written and verbal directions. Able to apply math and calculator skills along with a working knowledge of the metric system. Possess strong telephone and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment and pay attention to detail. Proven organizational and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment. Performs without assistance; recognized as a resource to others; able to translate complex nuances to others; able to improve processes; focus on broad issues.
• No history of drug abuse or misuse; or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required.

License or Certification

• Current registration with the MN Board of Pharmacy, or eligible for registration.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB preferred) required within 12 months of start date.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Note: This pay range spans from the minimum for a Tech I to the maximum for a Tech V. Placement within a level and within the range is dependent on experience and qualifications. $20.98 - $40.62 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

64 - 80

Schedule Details

Rotating shifts

Weekend Schedule

1 of 2 based on seniority

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.