Pharmacy Technician (Certified) - Retail - Casual

St Croix Health•St. Croix Falls, WI

About The Position

St. Croix Health is looking for a casual Certified Pharmacy Tech to work in our retail stores. Shifts are Monday through Friday, day hours. Requirement of two shifts per month. The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for supporting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications, maintaining accurate drug inventory, and ensuring proper documentation of pharmacy activities. All tasks are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with regulatory guidelines and institutional policies.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is required within 12 months of hire
Must be registered in Wisconsin to work in a pharmacy at time of hire
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and listening skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently with little direction and manage multiple demands and priorities
Able to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule
Able to set priorities, make critical decisions and respond quickly to requests
Fosters a team environment
Self-directed and highly engaged, but also able to work well in a team
Ability to solve problems and encourage others in collaborative problem solving
Able to work cooperatively and effectively with providers, staff, and patients
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Retail Pharmacy experience preferred

Responsibilities

Process Prescriptions
Receive new prescriptions and refill requests, verifying the information for accuracy and completeness
Process prescriptions through insurance systems, resolving rejections or coverage issues as needed
Prepare and package bulk medications, fill prescription bottles and affix appropriate labels in accordance with legal and safety standards
File prescriptions and maintain accurate records to ensure regulatory compliance and ease of retrieval
Mix or compound pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescription, formula, or pharmacist instructions, ensuring proper technique and documentation.
Medication Stock and Inventory
Maintain appropriate storage conditions and security protocols for all medications in accordance with regulatory and safety standards
Order, receive, label and count medications, chemicals and pharmacy supplies
Update inventory records in the pharmacy information system to ensure accurate tracking and stock control
Customer Service
Assist customer by answering routine questions, help locating items, and refer clinical inquiries to the pharmacist when appropriate
Answer telephone inquires promptly and courteously, directing calls to the appropriate personnel as needed
Operate the cash register to process payments accurately, including handling cash, credit or electronic transactions, and providing receipt to customer.