Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support accurate prescription processing and data entry under pharmacist supervision. This role includes assisting patients, handling transactions, and directing clinical questions while maintaining organization and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities emphasize handling prescription workflows, maintaining records, restocking supplies, and keeping the workspace compliant with federal and state laws in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 16+ (or 18+ depending on location)
• Current Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure where applicable
• Ability to operate computers, registers and pharmacy systems
• Successful completion of required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements
• Working knowledge of pharmacy procedures and HIPAA guidelines

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions, enter data, and prepare medications under pharmacist supervision
• Assist with customer interactions and answering questions or directing clinical questions to the pharmacist
• Maintain records, restock supplies, and keep the workspace clean while following regulations

Skills

Customer Interaction

Prescription Processing

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Mgmt

Pharmacy Knowledge

Communication

Regulatory Awareness

Adaptability

Physical Capability

Job description

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A Day in the Life

As a Pharmacy Technician, your day is focused on ensuring an accurate and efficient experience for patients while working under the supervision of a pharmacist. You assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines. Customer interaction is a regular part of the role, whether answering questions, processing transactions, or directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.

Another part of the role is maintaining organization and consistency within the pharmacy. You’ll manage records, restock supplies, and keep the workspace clean while following federal and state regulations. Between handling prescription workflows, maintaining compliance, and assisting with daily operations, the work stays steady making it a good fit for someone who values accuracy, structure, and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.

What you bring to the table

• Customer Interaction Skills: Professional and courteous communication when assisting patients and handling inquiries
• Prescription Processing: Experience assisting with data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management
• Organization & Time Management: Managing multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance standards
• Pharmacy Knowledge: Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers
• Regulatory Awareness: Following HIPAA requirements and federal and state pharmacy laws
• Adaptability: Managing changing priorities and multiple requests in a fast‑paced environment
• Physical Capability: Comfort with standing for extended periods and completing repetitive tasks throughout the shift

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older (or 18 years of age or older, depending on location requirements)
• Current Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure required where applicable
• Ability to operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems
• Successful completion of required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements
• Working knowledge of pharmacy procedures, prescription processing, and HIPAA guidelines