Pharmacy Technician: Prescription Processing & Patient Care

Safeway; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Competitive wages paid weekly

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Leaders invested in your training

Health and welfare benefits (Medical,

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Safeway is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation under pharmacist supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and efficient patient service in a fast-paced store pharmacy.

The position requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with pharmacy terminology, and good communication with patients and providers. Training and development are available, with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have current Pharmacy registration or licensure where applicable
• Successful completion of required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements
• Experience with prescription processing and pharmacy procedures is preferred

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions accurately under the supervision of a pharmacist
• Enter data and prepare medications per regulatory guidelines
• Assist customers with questions, transactions, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist

Skills

Customer interaction

Prescription processing

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organization

Pharmacy knowledge

Communication skills

Regulatory awareness

Adaptability

Physical endurance

Education

Board of Pharmacy registration/licensure

Pharmacy technician training program

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Safeway is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation under pharmacist supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and efficient patient service in a fast-paced store pharmacy.

The position requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with pharmacy terminology, and good communication with patients and providers. Training and development are available, with competitive wages and benefits.