Pharmacy Technician

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University in the United States is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist Pharmacist staff with daily duties while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and pharmacy policies. The role involves courteous service, maintaining a clean pharmacy area, and accurate data entry into QS1.

Responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, handling inquiries, managing inventory and billing, and supporting a diverse, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 2 years pharmacy experience required.
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician II required.

Responsibilities

• Providing courteous service
• maintaining a clean and orderly appearance of the pharmacy area
• collecting and entering patient information into QS1
• interpreting prescription orders and their preparation
• manages incoming telephone calls, providing necessary information, or directs them to the appropriate staff
• managing inventory levels, placing orders with wholesalers, and maintaining appropriate cash controls and internal/external billing

Skills

Excellent communication

IT skills

Team collaboration

Diversity/inclusion support

Tools

QS1

Job description

Job Description

The Pharmacy Technician provides assistance to the Pharmacist staff in all daily duties while complying with State and Federal laws and Pharmacy policies and procedures.

• Providing courteous service
• maintaining a clean and orderly appearance of the pharmacy area
• collecting and entering patient information into QS1
• interpreting prescription orders and their preparation
• manages incoming telephone calls, providing necessary information, or directs them to the appropriate staff
• managing inventory levels, placing orders with wholesalers, and maintaining appropriate cash controls and internal/external billing

The successful candidate for this position will have demonstrated ability and willingness to work in and support a diverse and inclusive environment.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of 2 years pharmacy experience required
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician II required

Job Competencies

• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative and interdisciplinary team
• Remain up to date on required trainings: HIPAA, FWA, PCI-DSS, Blood borne pathogens, hazardous waste training

Background Check

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Work Location & Eligibility

Position Work Location: Onsite

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-07-23

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business.

Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Company Culture

Welcome! Founded in 1764, Brown is a leading institution for education, discovery, and global intellectual progress as well as one of the largest employers in Rhode Island. Working at Brown brings more than just a paycheck and generous benefits; it offers an opportunity to contribute to a greater good. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge and individual growth that defines higher education and enriches our community.

Salary Information

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