Pharmacy Technician-Certified
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician-Certified assists with drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management in a variety of pharmacy environments, working under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. The role supports accurate and efficient medication delivery for inpatient and outpatient orders and prescriptions, contributes to patient safety and quality care, and helps maintain pharmacy records and regulatory compliance. The technician communicates with nursing staff, physicians, customers, coworkers, supervisors, and management; may assist customers by phone or in person; and may use automated dispensing systems and run reports. The position also includes medication-stock inspections, inventory support, clerical duties, and compounding practices such as Botox and chemotherapy. The individual must be able to work the specified hours and perform the essential duties, including communicating effectively and having sufficient visual and hearing abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made when they do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Requirements
- Active registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice within 30 days.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) upon hire.
- Ability to work the hours specified.
- Ability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily, including adequate visual acuity and the ability to communicate effectively, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
- Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
- Promote compassion, hospitality, and stewardship; uphold Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) standards; and maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment and coordinate workflow with other team members.
- Comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards, including those associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Less than one year of work experience.
Responsibilities
- Under pharmacist supervision, accurately input, label, prepare, and package inpatient or outpatient medication orders and prescriptions.
- Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, customers, coworkers, supervisors, and management, and participate in assigned interdepartmental work groups and committees.
- Apply knowledge of medications, calculations, regulations and their limitations, personal protective equipment, and patient-safety practices.
- Perform clerical functions such as billing, entering patient demographics, and managing pharmacy inventory.
- Assist with collecting and maintaining records required by the Pharmacy Department and applicable accreditations or regulations.
- Assist customers by phone or in person as needed.
- Run reports and use the automated dispensing system as needed.
- Conduct monthly inspections of medication stocks in assigned areas.
- Assist with inventory management to prevent drug shortages or excesses.
- Perform compounding practices, including Botox and chemotherapy.
Benefits
- PTO available on day one for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
- Career development supported by hands-on training and mentorship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
