Pharmacy Technician

Safeway; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Training and career development

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to ensure accurate prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation under pharmacist supervision, while delivering excellent patient service.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance and organized record management in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for training and development. You will interact with patients, handle transactions, restock supplies, and route questions to the pharmacist, often working varied

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer interaction skills and professional communication.
• Experience with data entry, prescription processing, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Excellent accuracy in input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance.
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and federal/state pharmacy laws.
• Comfort standing for extended periods and completing repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions and assist with data entry and medication preparation under supervision.
• Assist patients, answer questions, and direct complex inquiries to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records, restock supplies, and keep the workspace organized.

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 - 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
• 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.