Pharmacy Technician

Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc.; Hillman (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training available

Job summary

Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc. is seeking a licensed or certified Pharmacy Technician for an on-site, permanent full-time role. You’ll assist pharmacists, prepare medications, and support patients with courtesy and respect in a patient-centered environment.

The ideal candidate brings customer service focus, attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Training is available for the right candidate, with emphasis on teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified Pharmacy Technician required or training available.
• Willing to train the right candidate with great customer service and reliability.
• Pharmacy workflow support under the pharmacist in charge.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with preparing medications for dispensing.
• Fill vial drawers and prescription vials with prescribed tablets and capsules.
• Type labels for prescription packaging.
• Enter and process new and refill prescription information into the pharmacy computer system with assistance.
• Ensure all completed work is checked by a pharmacist.
• Print patient education materials and medication guides.
• Receive, verify, price, and stock medications and pharmacy supplies.
• Rotate inventory and remove outdated products according to pharmacy protocols.
• Count stock and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Sort and file prescription records.
• Answer telephone calls and direct questions to the pharmacist or appropriate technician.
• Assist patients at prescription pickup, including scanning prescriptions for electronic signatures and collecting applicable copays.
• Provide every patient with courtesy, compassion, and respect.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication

Team player

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Advertised Job Type: Permanent - Full-time regular employment

Work Type: On Site

Job Description

Certified Preferred | Training Available for the Right Candidate

Make a difference, one patient at a time!

Are you a licensed or certified Pharmacy Technician looking for a rewarding opportunity where your work directly impacts the patients you serve? Join our team and play an important role in supporting our pharmacists and keeping our pharmacy running smoothly.

Already licensed or certified? Great!

Still building your pharmacy experience? We’d love to meet you, too!

We’re willing to train the right person who brings exceptional customer service, attention to detail, reliability, and a genuine desire to build a career in pharmacy.

What You’ll Do as Licensed Pharmacy Technician.

Working under the pharmacist in charge, you’ll provide essential pharmacy and patient support while helping create a positive experience for every patient.

Pharmacy & Medication Support

Assist pharmacists with preparing medications for dispensing.

Fill vial drawers and prescription vials with prescribed tablets and capsules.

Type labels for prescription packaging.

Enter and process new and refill prescription information into the pharmacy computer system with assistance.

Ensure all completed work is checked by a pharmacist.

Print patient education materials and medication guides.

Receive, verify, price, and stock medications and pharmacy supplies.

Rotate inventory and remove outdated products according to pharmacy protocols.

Count stock and maintain accurate inventory records.

Sort and file prescription records.

Answer telephone calls and direct questions to the pharmacist or appropriate technician.

Assist patients at prescription pickup, including scanning prescriptions for electronic signatures and collecting applicable copays.

Provide every patient with courtesy, compassion, and respect — especially during difficult or emotional situations.

Safety, Accuracy & Organization

Clean equipment and sterilize glassware according to established procedures.

Assist patients with placing unwanted medications into approved medication disposal receptacles.

Follow pharmacy policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection-control practices.

Work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t have to know everything on day one. We’re willing to train!

We’re looking for someone who is:

Dependable and ready to work on time.

Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently.

A confident communicator and good listener.

Comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance when needed.

A strong team player who works well with pharmacists, technicians, patients, and other staff.

Positive and committed to creating a supportive work environment.

Eager to learn and develop new skills.

Accountable and willing to take responsibility for their work.

Professional, respectful, and considerate toward others.

Able to balance individual responsibilities with teamwork.

Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or GED; and

One year of related experience and/or training; or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure/Certification

Not sure you have all the pharmacy experience we’re looking for? Apply anyway!

Training may be available for the right candidate.