Pharmacy Technician I, Inpatient

HealthPartners; Stillwater (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeview Hospital is hiring a Pharmacy Technician I to join our team. You will assist in preparation and dispensing of medications under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, handling routine tasks that do not require a pharmacist.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, PTR registration at hire, and CPhT/ExCPT certification within 1 year. 2–3 years of pharmacy tech experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• PTR registration required at hire/start date.
• CPhT or ExCPT certification required within 1 year of hire/start date.
• Must follow State Board of Pharmacy guidelines for Pharmacy Technicians.
• 2-3 years pharmacy technician experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses medications under supervision.
• Performs non-licensed pharmacist tasks to free up pharmacists for clinical activities.

Skills

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minnesota Pharmacy Technician Registration (PTR)

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT or ExCPT)

Job description

Lakeview Hospital is looking to hire a Pharmacy Technician I to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

Performs activities involved in the preparation and dispensing of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Technician completes pharmacy functions that do not require a licensed pharmacist, which allows pharmacist more time for clinical activities.

Required Qualifications

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination

• High school diploma or equivalent

Licensure / Registration / Certification

• Minnesota Pharmacy Technician Registration (PTR) – required at hire/start date.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT or ExCPT) through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA)-required within 1 year of hire/start date
• Must follow State Board of Pharmacy guidelines/requirements for Pharmacy Technicians

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 2-3 years pharmacy technician experience

Benefits

Lakeview Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, and much more!

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.