Pharmacy Technician

Safeway; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Safeway in Tacoma is seeking a Pharmacy Technician focused on accurate prescription processing under pharmacist supervision. You will handle data entry, prepare medications, and assist customers while following HIPAA and state regulations.

The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, and efficient workflow in a busy community pharmacy, with opportunities to support daily operations and learn ongoing regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with data entry, prescription processing, and medication preparation within regulatory limits.
• Professional and courteous patient communication.
• Accurate labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while ensuring compliance.
• Knowledge of prescription terminology and dosage forms.
• Clear communication with patients and providers.
• Understanding HIPAA and federal/state pharmacy laws.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing prescriptions and data entry under pharmacist supervision.
• Prepare medications and ensure accurate labeling and dosing.
• Maintain organized records and restock supplies.
• Answer patient questions and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Help keep the workspace clean and compliant with regulations.
• Support daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Prescription Processing

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Management

Pharmacy Knowledge

Regulatory Awareness

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Physical Capability

Job description

A Day in the Life - Pharmacy Technician

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