Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, you will be integral to our Pharmacy team, providing compassionate care to patients and ensuring efficient operations. Your role will involve welcoming patients, processing orders, and maintaining inventory levels, all while adhering to company policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• 0 to 6 months experience required.
• Pharmacy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and model excellent patient care.
• Maintain a neat work environment and assist team members.
• Transcribe prescription data accurately.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 build a service-conscious Pharmacy team that 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 all 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 necessary for efficiency and optimal patient care, including searching for patient profiles, determining fill and pick-up dates, checking on prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting cash prices, checking medication inventory, and entering invoices.
• Assist in improving outcomes 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, including point of sale policies.
• 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 calls politely and promptly, ensuring accurate information exchange and customer satisfaction.
• Resolve customer questions and concerns effectively with the customer, management, and support staff.
• 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 career growth opportunities. Deep caring and family values make us a top workplace in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From warehouses to GetGo stores, grocery stores, and our corporate office, we work together to serve our customers. We’re always looking for the best Team Members to join our family. Come start a lasting career with us.