Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. seeks a Pharmacy Technician Trainee to join their collaborative team in Columbus. In this role, you will engage with patients, assist with prescriptions, and maintain a clean work environment while learning essential skills in pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications

• Experience required: 0 to 6 months.
• Age requirement: At least 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and assist them with their needs.
• Maintain clean work environment and assist team members.
• Use pharmacy computer to manage prescriptions and inventory.

Skills

Patient Care

Compassion

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Certification

Job description

Job Summary

As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, you’ll be a key part of our collaborative team. You’ll bring your skills and expertise to building a service-conscious Pharmacy team that consistently develops great relationships with patients. You’ll help us exceed expectations, meet needs, and provide safe, accurate, and efficient care to achieve the best outcomes for patients, team members, and the company.

Disclaimer: Applicant must reside in the same country as the primary location of the role as outlined in this job posting.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
• Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Preferred: Pharmacy Certification
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 25 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and acknowledge them with compassion and a smile at all pharmacy entry points.
• Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging, and meeting or exceeding patient needs, including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise, and referring questions concerning prescriptions and over-the-counter medicine to the pharmacist.
• Maintain a neat and clean work environment to meet company and government requirements.
• Assist team members with tasks to ensure department efficiency.
• Use the pharmacy computer to complete actions such as searching for patient profiles, determining fill and pick-up dates, managing prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting prices, checking medication inventory, and entering invoices.
• Assist in improving outcomes by using knowledge of service and business metrics.
• Support the execution of company initiatives and programs.
• Complete required training and exams.
• Follow all company, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations, including HIPAA and Pseudoephedrine sales.
• Finalize sales using the cash register according to procedures.
• Transcribe prescription data accurately to generate customer labels.
• Maintain proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking, and rotating drugs and supplies per policy.
• Answer telephone inquiries politely and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Resolve customer questions and concerns effectively.
• File written prescriptions daily.

Compensation Grade

Pharmacy Technician

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse and talented family of Team Members. Our people are the heart of our company. We strive to create a nurturing environment with opportunities for growth. Deep caring and family values make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From warehouses to GetGo’s, grocery stores to our corporate office, we work together to serve our customers and communities. Join our Giant Eagle family and start a lasting career with us.