Pharmacy Technician - Retail / Community - Full Time

sanford; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to work under the direction of a pharmacist in a retail/community setting. Responsibilities include preparing medications, assisting with compounding, dispensing prescriptions, maintaining drug storage, and supporting billing and quality assurance.

On-the-job training will be provided; candidates must have a high school diploma and Minnesota registration.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Must be 18+ and have active Minnesota Pharmacy Technician registration.
• On-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist.
• Assist in compounding, preparing and dispensing prescriptions.
• Maintain proper storage and security for drugs; ensure equipment functions.
• Assist with billing and quality assurance; follow state laws and regulations.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Customer service

Computer programs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Minnesota Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy software

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Compensation:

Salary Range: $19.50 - $29.00

Union Position:

No

Summary

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Job Description

In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities. On the job training will be provided.

Qualifications

High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.

As of January 1, 2012 any individual registering for the first time as a technician needs to be 18 years of age or older. Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. For new technician registrants, the individual must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].