Pharmacy Technician – Patient Care & Certification Prep

Lewis Drug Stores; Dell Rapids (SD); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discount

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance

Job summary

Lewis Drug Stores in Dell Rapids, SD is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support patient care by ensuring prescriptions are prepared accurately and in compliance with policy. The role reports to the Chief Pharmacist and a Staff Pharmacist and includes customer service, data entry, and teamwork within the pharmacy.

The technician will assist in preparing medications, using various software systems, and maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Register with the state Board of Pharmacy (BOP) before first day.
• PTCB certification within 1 year of BOP registration.
• Completion of an approved pharmacy technician program is desired but not required.
• Complete yearly CE requirements to maintain active license.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service to patients in the pharmacy and store.
• Learn Lewis Drug policies and procedures and perform them daily.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Answer patient questions and troubleshoot and/or resolve them promptly.
• Process new and refill prescriptions within scope of practice.
• Prepare paperwork and compile medications for delivery and mail out orders when needed.
• Stock supplies, clean work area, and keep the pharmacy ready for next day.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

PTCB certification recommended

State Board of Pharmacy registration

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Lewis Drug Stores in Dell Rapids, SD is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support patient care by ensuring prescriptions are prepared accurately and in compliance with policy. The role reports to the Chief Pharmacist and a Staff Pharmacist and includes customer service, data entry, and teamwork within the pharmacy.

The technician will assist in preparing medications, using various software systems, and maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA.