Pharmacy Technician

Essentia Health • Deer River, MN

1d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Pharmacy Technicians are an integral part of the pharmacy team. The role involves processing medications and interacting with and assisting healthcare team members to support optimal medication use. Duties also include inventory control, non-sterile and/or sterile compounding, caring for supplies and equipment, managing automation systems, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership.

The posting describes Acute Care Level I, II, and III qualification pathways. Requirements vary by level and location, including applicable education or training, pharmacy technician experience, state registration, and certification. The position is at Essentia Deer River Hospital, with a 0.9 FTE and a day rotation. The posting lists a compensation range of $20.63–$30.96.

Requirements

• For Minnesota locations, meet one of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy education or experience categories: prior pharmacy technician experience with continuous Minnesota registration dating back before January 1, 2013; completion of a board-approved technician training program; completion of Essentia Health's employer-based technician training program within the applicable period; or continuous Minnesota registration as a Pharmacist Intern.
• For North Dakota locations, meet the stated education requirement: complete an ASHP-accredited academic program, or complete or enroll in an ASHP-accredited on-the-job training program and obtain certification from a Board-approved national certification body within 24 months of hire.
• For Level I, earn and maintain CPhT certification from PTCB or NHA through employer-based training within two years of hire, or be enrolled in an accredited Pharm.D. program; for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program also qualifies.
• For Level II, have at least 1,040 hours of pharmacy technician experience.
• For Level II, complete Pharmacy Department orientation and one of the specified Pharmacy Department training programs within six months of hire: Core Sterile Compounding Training Program or Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program.
• For Level II, have state registration in the state of work before hire; applicants must be at least 18 and have graduated from high school or attained an equivalent such as a GED to register.
• For Level II, earn and maintain CPhT certification from PTCB or NHA through employer-based training within one year of hire, or meet the stated Pharm.D. student or North Dakota progression alternative.
• For Level III external hires, have at least 2,080 hours of pharmacy technician experience and experience with Tier III qualifying work.
• For Level III external hires, complete required certification or the Pharmacy Department's Tier III training program within six months of hire; specialty areas may require completion of specified training or qualifications within that period.
• For Level III, possess current CPhT certification from PTCB or NHA unless enrolled in an accredited Pharm.D. program, or, for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
• Maintain required registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment, and complete continuing education and license renewal as required by the state Board of Pharmacy.
• For float, casual, and regular staff from Superior, Wisconsin sites, registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin is required. Wisconsin locations may accept a pending registration application.
• Pharmacy Technicians with a dual Intern or Pre-Intern position do not need PTCB or NHA certification.

Responsibilities

• Process medications.
• Interact with and assist members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal medication use.
• Control inventory.
• Perform non-sterile and/or sterile compounding.
• Care for supplies and equipment.
• Manage automation systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous time off.
• Wellness resources supporting physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

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