Pharmacy Technician-In-Training - Avera McKennan - Inpatient, and Outpatient

Avera Health • Sioux Falls, SD

436d • $37,440 - $50,960 • Remote

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician-In-Training position at Avera McKennan offers a unique opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience in various pharmacy environments while completing an accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program. This full-time role is designed for those looking to become certified pharmacy technicians, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, patient care, and professional growth within a supportive healthcare setting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Registration with the state Board of Pharmacy required within 30 days of employment.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Pharmacy Technician Certification certification is a plus.
• Experience in a pharmacy setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management within various pharmacy environments.
• Participate in Avera Health's Pharmacy Technician Education Program, which includes 400 hours of combined didactic, simulation, and experiential learning activities.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, providers, patients, and co-workers.
• Engage in medication distribution to clinics and critical access hospitals, and repackaging medications into unit dose forms.
• Perform non-hazardous and hazardous sterile compounding as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule after training completion
• $3,000 sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED