Pharmacy Technician - Fargo - Retail - Full Time

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTU training program

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our retail team. You will prepare medications under pharmacist supervision, assist in dispensing prescriptions, and help with inventory, billing, and patient safety across multiple locations in North Dakota.

The role offers a sign-on bonus and the PTU program to help you complete license requirements. Candidates must meet ND registration rules and work within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• ND Board of Pharmacy registration before starting employment.
• Sanford PTU training program is available and funded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist.
• Assist in dispensing and labeling prescriptions in a retail setting.
• Maintain proper storage conditions and inventory levels.
• Support billing and quality assurance tasks and ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multicomputer programs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

About Sanford Health

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $18.00 - $29.00

We are excited to offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates with a two-year working commitment.

Union Position

No

Department Details

Join Our Small but Mighty Retail Pharmacy Team!

Looking for a role that offers variety and an opportunity to make a difference every day? Our close-knit pharmacy team is passionate about delivering exceptional service and thrives on collaboration-with both our teammates and patients. With supportive and accommodating leadership, this is a place where your skills will shine.

Pharmacy Hours

• Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM, 9:00 PM at I-94
• Broadway Weekend/Holiday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• I-94 Weekend/Holiday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
• You can expect to work 1-2 holidays per year and occasional weekends.
• You may rotate between our Broadway, Moorhead, and I-94 locations. Schedules will be discussed during your interview

Don't Have Your Pharmacy Technician License?

In North Dakota, you can start your journey by obtaining a Tech-in-Training License and enrolling in Sanford Health's Pharmacy Technician University (PTU). This program is specifically designed to comply with North Dakota's pharmacy laws and regulations.

Sanford Health PTU is a state-sponsored training program that provides aspiring and current pharmacy technicians with standardized education to meet state requirements. The curriculum focuses on equipping pharmacy technicians with the skills to support pharmacists effectively, enhance patient safety, reduce medication errors, and improve overall pharmacy efficiency-all while helping pharmacies meet regulatory and training standards.

Best of all, Sanford covers the cost of the program! Participants have 12 months to complete PTU, after which they will be eligible to apply for their Pharmacy Technician License.

Summary

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Job Description

In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.

Qualifications

High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.

North Dakota: Pharmacy Technicians must register as a Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training with the ND Board of Pharmacy, before beginning employment in the pharmacy. Individuals applying as a pharmacy technician in training must enroll in Sanford provided (or equ