Pharmacy Technician Trainee

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

Job summary

As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee at a leading company, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting pharmacy operations. You will engage with patients, assist with prescriptions, and ensure a clean and compliant work environment. This position offers a chance to grow within a caring culture that values teamwork and community service.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and provide excellent care.
• Assist team members to ensure department efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with company and government requirements.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

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 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: Applicants 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 ensure compliance with company and government requirements.
• Assist team members with tasks to ensure department efficiency.
• Use the pharmacy computer to complete necessary actions, such as searching for patient profiles, determining fill and pick-up dates, managing prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting cash 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 applicable policies, laws, and regulations, including HIPAA and pseudoephedrine sales.
• Finalize sales accurately using the cash register, following established procedures and policies.
• Transcribe prescription data accurately to generate customer labels.
• Help maintain proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking, and rotating medications and supplies per company policy.
• Answer calls politely and ensure accurate information exchange to satisfy customers.
• Resolve customer questions and concerns effectively with the team and management.
• File 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 committed to creating a nurturing environment with career growth opportunities. Our caring culture and family values make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From warehouses to stores and corporate offices, we work together to serve our communities. Join our Giant Eagle family and start a lasting career with us.