Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Wegmans; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced pharmacy environment. This role involves processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and ensuring customer relationships are built on trust and care. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills and a valid pharmacy technician certification, if required. With a focus on personal growth and a commitment to community care, Wegmans offers a supportive workplace with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Higher premium pay rates for overtime and holidays

Health care benefits

Retirement plan with profit-sharing and 401(k) match

Generous scholarship program

Employee assistance programs

Exclusive discounts on various products and services

Qualifications

• State-specific pharmacy technician certification may be required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age for New Jersey applicants.
• Experience in pharmacy or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process prescription requests and troubleshoot rejected insurance claims.
• Follow procedures for medication dispensing and inventory management.
• Maintain logs and ensure sanitation practices are followed.

Skills

Computer skills

Basic mathematical computations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

Cash register

Computer

Job description

we are a food market where you make the difference

At Wegmans, we’re on a mission to help people live healthier, better lives. So, when you bring your unique skills and passion for helping others to our Wegmans Pharmacy, you’re joining a team of difference-makers. Our promise to our customers is simple: Every Day You Get Our Best. And because it all starts with you, we'll make sure you have the support you need to grow personally, express your individuality, and create change in your community.

how you’ll make the difference

Our customers know they can rely on our trusted Wegmans Pharmacy professionals to help care for themselves and their families. As a Pharmacy Technician, you’ll be instrumental in building that trust as you provide the best-in-class service that sets Wegmans apart and ensure that customers are getting the medical attention, care, and health services that they depend on us for. Our fast-paced pharmacies are full of compassionate people working with one common mission—and you could be just the right person to join our team.

what will you do?

• Process prescription requests while building trusted customer relationships and demonstrating patience, empathy, care, and compassion
• Troubleshoot rejected insurance claims and address issues to achieve the best outcome for customers
• Follow department processes and procedures to input information, dispense medication, and verify information
• Ensure the department is running smoothly by assisting with tasks, maintaining appropriate inventory levels through ordering, and rotating and stocking drugs and other supplies
• Properly handle products, use equipment, keep accurate logs, and follow sanitation practices

Required Qualifications:

• Computer skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations in order to perform data entry and fill prescriptions without error
• State specific – may require Pharmacy Technician certification
• New Jersey applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience ordering products and controlling inventory
• Pharmacy Technician experience
• Pharmacy Technician – Certification

Note to applicant: In some of the states in which we operate, certification and/or state registration is required to work as a Pharmacy Technician. In these areas Wegmans may hire individuals prior to them obtaining the necessary qualifications, while supporting them through the process. At participating locations, Board Certified Pharmacy Technicians will earn a $.50/hour shift differential.

At Wegmans, we’ve long believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks is just the start of what it means to work at Wegmans.

Whether through premium pay for working overtime, on Sundays or on recognized holidays, offering industry-leading health care coverage and wellness programs to support physical, financial, and emotional well-being, or paid time off (PTO) to help you balance work and life, we’ve got something for everyone.

And because we care about the wellbeing and success of every person, we recognize each person has their own unique scheduling needs. We’re proud to offer flexibility in scheduling so our employees can prioritize what is most important to them. Our large, high-volume stores and 24x7 operations allow for personalized schedules that balance an employee’s individual needs with the needs of our business and each department.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with both a profit-sharing and 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness
7. Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel and more!
8. And more!

***Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

For 25 years in a row, our employees have put us on the FORTUNE magazine’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Discover what it means to work for a family-owned, mission-driven, values-based company that believes in caring, respect, empowerment, high standards and making a difference in the community. Because with a family-like atmosphere of shared support, leaders who have your best interest at heart and growth as part of everything we do, Wegmans is the place for you to do what you love—and love what you do.

Certified Pharmacy Technician PTCB - PTCB: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board; Experience ordering products and controlling inventory; Pharmacy Technician or Support Center Representative experience; Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as light. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive forceful pinching and grasping, bending, and lifting, frequent use of a computer and telephone, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 1 – 10 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 35 pounds rarely. Upper extremity repetition is moderate and trunk movement involves moderately low twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction).The work environment is indoors.Basic tools and equipment used include cash register, computer, telephone, pill counter, and pharmacy and office supplies.