Senior Pharmacy Technician

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Town of Rice Lake (WI); On-site; USD 26,174 - 42,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Rice Lake, WI is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician. This role involves compounding and dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and supporting clinical effectiveness. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference for associate degree holders, and must possess two years of relevant experience. Strong leadership skills and knowledge of state pharmacy regulations are essential. The position offers full-time hours, a competitive salary, and comprehensive health benefits, including a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Must maintain annual registration as a Pharmacy Technician in applicable states.
• Completion of required hours of Pharmacy Technician continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Compounds and dispenses medical prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintains drug inventory and stock control systems.
• Coordinates departmental quality assurance with supervisory staff.

Skills

Experience as a Pharmacy Technician

Leadership and guidance

Knowledge of state pharmacy laws

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Rice Lake

Location: Rice Lake, WI

Address: 1700 W Stout St, Rice Lake, WI 54868, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50

Pay Info: Eligible for a $1,500 Sign‑On Bonus

Job Summary

Compounds and dispenses medical prescriptions; maintains drug inventory and stock control systems under the direct supervision of pharmacists to ensure clinical and administrative effectiveness. Assists pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from clients, customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Uses computers to enter, access or retrieve data; establishes and maintains patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients and all new prescription and/or refill requests. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Coordinates departmental quality assurance and other client-focused services with supervisory staff; creates and maintains a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. In addition to the responsibilities of the pharmacy technician, the Senior Pharmacy Technician receives little instruction on day-to-day work and receives general instructions on new assignments. Exercises latitude in determining objectives, approaches, auditing and maintenance of additional assignments. Projects and work often require problem resolution, generation of new solutions, and frequently looking beyond the immediate problem. Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure that results and objectives have been met. Modifies existing tools, techniques and processes with approval from leadership. Supports the development, implementation and maintenance of new processes or techniques. Serves as a resource for leadership and staff, as well as a mentor to others. Leads in resolution of day-to-day challenges. Assists with compliance of accepted standards and laws pertaining to the practice of pharmacy. Ensures policies and procedures are followed.

Qualifications

High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required. Associate's degree preferred.

Requires two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician, including leading providing work guidance to others.

Must maintain annual registration as a Pharmacy Technician through the State Board of Pharmacy in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state privileges as required by position. Must also complete the required hours of Pharmacy Technician continuing education.

Iowa: Effective July 1, 2010, all pharmacy technicians working in Iowa pharmacies must be nationally certified by an accredited technician certification board...

Minnesota: Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy and the completion of a formal technician training program...

North Dakota: Technician certification: Must maintain active licensure in North Dakota. ...

South Dakota: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the SD Board of Pharmacy required within 30 days from the date of hire. ...

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

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Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0252878

Job Function: Allied Health

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