Pharmacy Technician — Safe Dispensing & Patient Care (FT)

Kaiser Permanente; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support daily workflow and ensure timely distribution of medications in accordance with policies and laws.

The role involves processing prescriptions, refills, inventory, patient interactions, and collaboration with pharmacists to optimize patient care. Washington State certification is required at hire, with a typical 40-hour work week and Day shift.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (Washington) required at hire.
• Strong communication, math and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily workflow: typing prescriptions, processing refills, data entry.
• Prepare, label, and dispense medications; stock shelves and manage inventory.
• Ensure patient safety and deliver excellent customer service during dispensing.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and prescribers for refill authorizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Pharmaceutical calculations

Pharmacy law knowledge

Customer service

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program

Pharmacy Technician Certification (Washington)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support daily workflow and ensure timely distribution of medications in accordance with policies and laws.

The role involves processing prescriptions, refills, inventory, patient interactions, and collaboration with pharmacists to optimize patient care. Washington State certification is required at hire, with a typical 40-hour work week and Day shift.