Pharmacy Technician

Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital; Grand Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, & life insurance

Generous paid time off

401K with employer contributions

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

A local healthcare facility is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining medication inventory, and managing patient records. The ideal candidate should possess major qualifications, including Pharmacy Technician certification and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive pay package along with valuable benefits and the opportunity to work in a supportive healthcare team in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to obtain Pharmacy Technician certification within one year.
• Adhere to requirements of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy for pharmacy technicians.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the metric system.
• Comply with all applicable policies and procedures.
• Reliable attendance is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound drug products for pharmacist approval.
• Retrieve and deliver physician orders to the pharmacist.
• Deliver and document the distribution of narcotics.
• Maintain stock and inventory of drugs in the pharmacy.
• Answer and direct phone calls to the pharmacist.

Skills

Fantastic math skills

Great written and spoken communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Pharmacy Technician certification

Pharmacy Technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician registration

Job description

Our Pharmacy Techs love Grand Itasca for the stability, meaningful work and great team. If you are looking for professional growth and development with hands on experience caring for a diverse patient population, Grand Itasca is where you belong!

We're glad you are thinking about joining us

Grand Itasca is a great place for Pharmacy Techs. We're a non-profit organization with a clear vision of being the leader in transforming rural health care by achieving the highest levels of quality, access, and value. Our strength stems from teamwork and collaboration among a talented and diverse group of professionals. With over 700 employees in hundreds of different roles, Grand Itasca can offer a variety of career opportunities.

Let's talk about benefits

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship/grant opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance kick in on the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Generous paid time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
• STDB (short term disability bank)
• 401K with employer contributions
• Shift Differential
• Experience Pay Given
• Employee Referral Program

About the Position

• Part-time .7-1.0 FTE (56-80 hours per pay period)
• Pharmacy
• INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH: 02/26/2026

Job Summary:
Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the medication inventory, and maintaining patient records. They work directly under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Here's what you'll do when you join us:

• Prepare and compound drug products and intravenous solutions for pharmacist approval.
• Retrieve and deliver physician orders to the pharmacist for initiation of drug distribution process.
• Deliver and document distribution of narcotics and controlled substances to patient care areas.
• Prepare, deliver, and restock automated drug dispensing system.
• Compound and prepare intravenous drugs and solutions utilizing aseptic techniques.
• Reconcile, charge, and credit patient accounts for drug and intravenous solutions used during hospital admission.
• Maintain stock and inventory of drugs in the pharmacy and on the floor.
• Answer and direct phone calls to the pharmacist or supervisor.

If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
  
• Pharmacy Technician certification or ability to obtain within one year. Maintain required Continuing Education for CPhT certification.
• Pharmacy Technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. Adhere to requirements of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy for pharmacy technicians.
• Fantastic math skills with the ability to prepare and formulate pharmaceutical products. Demonstrate knowledge of the metric system.
• Great written and spoken communication skills with the ability to work independently.
• Operate personal computer hardware, application software, and basic typing skills.
• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, codes and standards of Grand Itasc Clinic and Hospital. Demonstrate participation in Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Mission, Values, and Vision.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

About Grand Itasca:

Grand Itasca brings the benefits of a large and respected health system to our local community. We are a non-profit, state-of-the-art, integrated clinic and hospital that is proud to offer a range of high-quality providers, specialties and services to our community. Enjoy our patient-centered, comprehensive approach, close to home without venturing from the beauty of northern Minnesota.

*The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract.

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