Pharmacy Technician I

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(a) Retirement Plan

Gym Access

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alaska is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to perform technical duties related to pharmaceutical care. Responsibilities include repackaging and distributing prescriptions, compounding medications, maintaining inventory, and providing customer service. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and experience or certification as required. This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of drug names, drug strengths, and dosage forms.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Repackages and distributes prescriptions.
• Performs compounding of IV, topical and oral medications.
• Documents patient and procedural information.
• Stock medications and perform inventory checks.

Skills

Knowledge of pharmaceutical equipment and instruments

Knowledge of the regulations and practice standards of pharmaceutical care

Skill in using pharmaceutical equipment and instruments

Skill in critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Summary

Under close supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performs technical duties related to pharmaceutical care in an accurate and timely manner.

Responsibilities

Repackages and distributes prescriptions; performs compounding of IV, topical and oral medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in an accurate and timely manner. Documents patient and procedural information. Follows proper billing procedures. Restocks bays and all other work areas with medications. Performs inventory checks. Orders medications and supplies. Performs data entry. Follows proper drug and chemical storage procedures according to department guidelines. Maintains and cleans pharmaceutical equipment. Receives and triages phone calls from patients and healthcare providers. Provides backup front desk customer service. Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.

Other Information

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of the regulations and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.
• Knowledge of drug names, drug strengths, and dosage forms.
• Knowledge of applicable computer system software programs.
• Skill in using pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
• Skill in critical thinking in the performance of pharmaceutical care activities.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.

Minimum Education Qualification

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum Experience Qualification

• Pharmacy Technician I – None
• Pharmacy Technician II – One (1) year professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience.
• Pharmacy Technician III – Three (3) years professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience.
• Pharmacy Technician IV – Five (5) years professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience.

Minimum Certification Qualification

• Pharmacy Technician I – Must possess a current State of Alaska Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern license.
• Pharmacy Technician II – Must possess a current State of Alaska Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern license. Staff holding Pharmacy Technician license requires Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification within one year of employment (with prior approval from Pharmacy Manager, PTCB certification may be extended beyond 1 year of employment if actively enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Program or pharmacy technician training course). Staff holding Pharmacy Intern license – PTCB certification not required if actively enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school (adherence to education requirement will be monitored by ANMC Pharmacy Manager).
• Pharmacy Technician III & IV – Must possess a current State of Alaska Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern License. PTCB certification required.

Preferred Education Qualification

N/A

Preferred Experience Qualification

Pharmacy or related experience.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.