Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Weekly pay

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Training and career development

Health and welfare benefits (Medical,

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in processing prescriptions, data entry, and medication preparation within regulatory guidelines.

You will interact with patients, answer questions, and direct clinical inquiries to the pharmacist, while maintaining accurate records and compliant workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Customer interaction and courteous communication with patients
• Data entry, prescription processing, and medication preparation within regulatory limits
• Accuracy in input, labeling, calculations, and record management
• Organizing workflows and maintaining compliance across tasks
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and products
• Clear verbal and written communication including calls with patients/providers
• Knowledge of HIPAA and federal/state pharmacy laws
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Stamina to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions and enter data accurately.
• Prepare medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Assist customers with transactions and inquiries.
• Maintain organization, restock supplies, and keep workspace clean.
• Support daily pharmacy operations and record-keeping.
• Direct complex clinical questions to the pharmacist when needed.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Prescription Processing

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Management

Pharmacy Knowledge

Communication Skills

Regulatory Awareness

Adaptability

Physical Capability

Job description

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
• Proficiency in computer systems and basic math calculations
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions
• Availability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays preferred

Why you will choose us:

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company's philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

We put people first.

We are customer driven.

We value different perspectives.

We raise the bar.

We act as owners.

We are one team.

We build belonging.

We are committed to a healthy future.