Pharmacy Technician I - Inpatient

Fairview Health Services; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to support day-to-day medication processing in a complex healthcare setting under the direction of a pharmacist. You will assist in receiving prescriptions, preparing and dispensing medications, and coordinating delivery to patients and clinical areas, while adhering to all laws and internal policies.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Eligible to register as Pharmacy Technician with MN Board.
• National certification required or to be obtained within 18 months; NCCA-accredited exams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with care providers and pharmacists to ensure accurate and safe medication delivery.
• Receive prescriptions from EMR, process manually or via computer system, prepare or dispense as directed.
• Coordinate ordering and delivery of medications and supplies to patients and clinical areas.
• Participate in regulatory, quality assurance and process improvement activities.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification

NCCA-accredited exams

MN Technician Registration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for day-to-day comprehensive pharmacy technician services in a complex healthcare environment. This includes the processing of orders and the preparation and delivery of medications. The Pharmacy Technician will skillfully use interpersonal, customer service, problem solving and collaboration skills to support and influence operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with care providers and pharmacists to ensure that patient receives the needed medication accurately, safely, in accordance with all legal requirements and policies and in a professional and timely manner.
• Under the direction of the pharmacist, receive prescription/orders from electronic medical record, process manually or using the appropriate computer system and protocols, prepare drug therapy and/or dispense medication in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with all legal, regulatory agency and MHealth Fairview requirements.
• Coordinate ordering, delivery of medications, supplies and equipment to patients and clinical areas as requested.
• Participate in regulatory, quality assurance and process improvement activities and other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Technician MN Eligible to become registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MN State Board of Pharmacy and eligible to become certified with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
• Nationally certified or become certified within 1-1/2 Yrs
• Certifying exams must have National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accreditation, with examples including, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam and The Exam for Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT).

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status