Pharmacy Technician in Training — Path to Certification

Avera Health; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO from day 1

5% retirement matching

Career development mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking an entry-level Pharmacy Technician-in-Training to assist in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management across pharmacy settings. You will participate in Avera Health's Pharmacy Technician Education Program to prepare for PTCB certification and eventual advancement as a Pharmacy Technician.

Under direct pharmacist supervision, you will input labels, prepare prescriptions, and support safe medication delivery while collaborating with nursing staff,

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician in Training must register with the SD Board of Pharmacy within 30 days.
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician required (PTCB or approved program).
• Commitment to completing the Pharmacy Technician Education Program.

Responsibilities

• Under pharmacist supervision, input/prepare labels and packages for inpatient or outpatient orders.
• Assist in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, customers, and colleagues to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Perform billing and pharmacy inventory procedures to support efficient medication distribution.

Education

Pharmacy Technician in Training - SD Board of Pharmacy

Certified Pharmacy Technician certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Avera Health is seeking an entry-level Pharmacy Technician-in-Training to assist in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management across pharmacy settings. You will participate in Avera Health's Pharmacy Technician Education Program to prepare for PTCB certification and eventual advancement as a Pharmacy Technician.

Under direct pharmacist supervision, you will input labels, prepare prescriptions, and support safe medication delivery while collaborating with nursing staff,