Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician in Training - Retail

Avera Health; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Employer matching 5%

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera St Mary's Hospital in Pierre, SD seeks an entry-level Pharmacy Technician in Training. Under pharmacist supervision, you will assist with drug preparation, labeling, packaging, and inventory, and participate in Avera's Pharmacy Technician Education Program to prepare for PTCB certification.

This role offers a clear career path, paid on-the-job training, and the potential for advancement within a multidisciplinary healthcare team focused on safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work the specified hours and meet visual acuity requirements.
• Able to communicate clearly with team, patients, and physicians.
• Commitment to safety and patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Under Pharmacist supervision, inputs and prepares labels and packages medication orders.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, customers, co-workers, supervisor and management.
• Performs clerical functions including billing and inventory procedures.
• Participates in and completes Avera Pharmacy Technician Education Program to pursue PTCB certification.
• Inputs and prepares inpatient or outpatient medication orders accurately.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacy Technician in Training

Certified Pharmacy Technician

High School Diploma or GED

Less than 1 year related experience

Job description

Location

Avera St Mary's Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America).

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$19.25 - $28.00

Position Highlights

• May be eligible for a $3,000-$4,000 sign on bonus!
• Manage deposits
• Pharmacy inventory management

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Assists in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management within a variety of pharmacy environments. It is recommended this entry‑level position participates in and completes Avera Health's Pharmacy Technician Education Program to prepare for Certified Pharmacy Technician examination. Upon successful Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination, or other approved certifying body, the technician‑in‑training will be promoted into the role of Pharmacy Technician. Avera's Pharmacy Technician Education Program consists of combined didactic, simulation, and experiential learning activities. Avera requires a two‑year employment commitment upon completion of the Pharmacy Technician Education Program. Technician‑in‑Training works under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

What you will do

• Recommended to participate in and complete Avera Pharmacy Technician Education Program to ensure the ability to become PTCB certified and registered as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Under Pharmacist supervision, accurately inputs and/or prepares labels and packages inpatient or outpatient medication orders and prescriptions to maintain an efficient, accurate, and high‑quality medication delivery system.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of medications, calculations, regulation, and regulation limitations, personal protective equipment, and promotion of patient safety to ensure high‑quality patient care and compliance.
• Successfully communicates with nursing staff, physicians, customers, co‑workers, supervisor and management and participates in interdepartmental work groups and committees as assigned to promote high‑quality communication and prevent patient harm.
• Performs clerical functions such as, but not limited to, billing and pharmacy inventory procedures to promote an efficient medication distribution system.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Pharmacy Technician in Training – South Dakota Board of Pharmacy Register with respective state's Board of Pharmacy within state requirements within 30 Days
• Certified Pharmacy Technician – Board of Pharmacy Pharmacy Technician Board Certification or alternative approved training/certification program. Extensions beyond 1 year may be available in some states within 1 Year

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• High School or GED Equivalent
• Less than 1 year Related experience

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part‑time and full‑time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].