Pharmacy Technician Associate

Allina Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy technician to enhance patient care through accurate medication preparation and inventory management. In this role, you will ensure patient safety and satisfaction while working alongside pharmacists to streamline operations. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of care provided to patients. Join a supportive team that values your growth and well-being, offering comprehensive benefits and a collaborative environment where your skills will shine. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses medications accurately.
• Manages inventory and supports automated drug distribution.
• Provides excellent customer service and medication guidance.

Skills

Customer Service

Medication Preparation

Inventory Management

Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical Training

Job description

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

April 10, 2025

Department:

34007800 Pharmacy Services

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

32

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-United Service Workers-SUH

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

As a pharmacy technician, you ensure patient safety by accurately preparing and dispensing medications. Your efficiency in managing inventory and processing prescriptions allows pharmacists to focus on patient care. By providing excellent customer service and medication guidance, you enhance patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans.

Key Position Details:

**Inpatient Pharmacy**

• .8 FTE (64-hours per 2-week schedule)
• 8-hour day/evening/night shifts
• Every other weekend rotation
• Full-Time benefit eligible

Pharmacy Tech video: Allina Pharmacy team

Job Description:

Provides basic drug distribution and drug preparation services. Checks pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, preparing labels, calculating quantities and other pharmaceutical therapies. Functions under the supervision of the pharmacist.

Principle Responsibilities

• Prepares medications.
  • Prepares and selects medications for distribution.
  • Prepares oral extemporaneous products.
  • Performs bulk compounding.
  • May process refill requests and prior authorizations.
  • May perform data entry and adjudication.
• Manage and support automated drug distribution and drug inventory.
  • Medication picking, delivery, and restocking to automated dispensing cabinets (ADC).
  • Troubleshoots basic problems identified by ADC users and/or peers.
  • Delivers and restocks controlled substances.
  • Assists with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepancies.
  • May perform daily ordering.
  • May perform inventory management.
  • May use wholesaler return programs and supports reverse distribution processes.
• Complete and document quality assurance activities.
  • Monitors expiration dating.
  • Ensures pharmacy environment is clean and free of clutter, safe, and presents a professional atmosphere.
  • Reports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisor.
  • May complete audits for days supply, signatures, dates, take as directed and returns-to-stock.
  • May maintain records of invoices, reports, and other documents.
• Repackages and labels bulk medications or splits tablets into unit dose packaging.
  • Creates labels using standard format.
  • Fills and labels prepacking medications.
  • Assigns expiration dates and maintains records.
  • Packages appropriate quantities.
  • May check medications for packaging accuracy.
• Provides customer service.
  • Answers phone and directs calls to appropriate party
  • May manage point of sale
  • May Consult refill management program to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective utilization of medications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program preferred
• 0 to 2 years pharmacy technician experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required within 12 months of Date of Hire

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
• Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $21.72 to $31.70 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.