Pharmacy Technician - Retail

Avera-Healt; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement matching up to 5%

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management in various pharmacy settings at the Sioux Falls location. You will work under a licensed pharmacist to ensure accurate labeling and timely medication delivery, while collaborating with nursing staff and physicians to promote patient safety.

Requirements include a registered Pharmacy Technician credential upon hire and (preferred) an Associate's degree.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work the hours specified and communicate effectively with others.
• Requires visual acuity and ability to distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with board certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Under pharmacist supervision, inputs and prepares labels and medication orders to maintain efficient delivery.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, customers, coworkers, and management to promote patient safety.
• Maintains records and supports inventory and billing within the pharmacy department.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Location:Avera Pharmacy Plaza 2-Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$20.75 - $29.75Position HighlightsMonday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm, 8hr, Varied Shifts; 80hrs/2wksYou Belong at AveraBe 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 OverviewAssists in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management within a variety of pharmacy environments Works under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. Provides advanced service in at least two specific areas of pharmacy practice.What you will doUnder 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.Successfully communicates with nursing staff, physicians, customers, co-workers, supervisors, and management and participates in interdepartmental work groups and committees as assigned to promote high-quality communication and prevent patient harm.Demonstrates proficient knowledge of medications, calculations, regulations and regulation limitations, personal protective equipment, and promotion of patient safety to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance.Performs clerical functions such as, but not limited to, billing and pharmacy inventory to promote an efficient medication distribution system.Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Pharmacy Department and applicable accreditations such as Utilization Review Accreditation Commission, Joint Commission Accreditation, NIOSH, OSHA, and other accreditations as may be required by law, practice standards, or departmental policy to maintain compliance with accreditation entities.Maintains competence in at least two (2) specialized roles within the Pharmacy Department to support pharmacy operations and patient care activities. Competency areas may include: 1) Tech-Check-Tech, 2) Technician, Educator or Trainer, 3) USP 797 and/or USP 800 super-user, 4) Advanced pharmacy quality assurance monitoring, 5) Obtains patient medication histories, 6) chemotherapy/hazardous medication compounding certified, 7) decentralized pharmacy technician, 8) Pharmacy repackaging technician, 9) Assists with research or patient assistance program support, 10) Advanced role in pharmacy inventory management, or 11) Immunization Certified. Each region's competency areas may vary based on size and scope. Discuss competency areas with area leader.Essential QualificationsThe 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:Registered Pharmacy Technician - Board of Pharmacy Upon Hire andCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Upon Hire orCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Upon HirePreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Associate's1-3 years pharmacy experienceExpectations and StandardsCommitment 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 SomeAvera 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 retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera 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].