Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies•Anacortes, WA

4d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Technician, you help ensure an accurate and efficient experience for patients while working under a pharmacist’s supervision. You assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines. The role includes regular customer interaction, such as answering inquiries, processing transactions, and referring clinical questions to the pharmacist. You maintain organization and consistency in the pharmacy by managing records, restocking supplies, and keeping the workspace clean while following federal and state regulations. The work includes prescription workflows, compliance, and daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy, structure, and attention to detail. The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks throughout a shift. Varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, are listed as preferred availability. Albertsons Companies describes itself as a people-oriented food and drug retailer focused on bringing people together around food and inspiring well-being. The company states that it seeks to foster belonging, celebrate the diversity of the communities it serves, and provide equal access to workplace opportunities and resources. The posting notes that its listed duties are general in nature and may vary by store; the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old, or at least 18 depending on location requirements.
Current Board of Pharmacy registration or licensure where applicable.
Ability to operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems.
Successful completion of required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements.
Working knowledge of pharmacy procedures, prescription processing, and HIPAA guidelines.
Proficiency with computer systems and basic math calculations.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Professional and courteous communication skills, including verbal and written communication and phone interactions with patients and providers.
Experience assisting with data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort standing for extended periods and completing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Availability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist with prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation within regulatory guidelines.
Interact professionally and courteously with patients, answer inquiries, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
Process transactions and assist with pharmacy operations.
Maintain pharmacy records and manage documentation.
Restock supplies and keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
Follow HIPAA requirements and applicable federal and state pharmacy laws.
Maintain accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
Manage multiple tasks and changing priorities while maintaining workflow and compliance standards.

Benefits

Competitive wages paid weekly.
Flexible work schedules.
Associate discounts.
Training, career growth, and development support.
Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits.
Vacation and paid time off.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, subject to eligibility and applicable conditions.
Sick pay accrued based on hours worked.
PTO and vacation pay accrued based on hours worked.
Paid holidays, between 7 and 9 days annually.
Bereavement pay.
Retirement benefits, including pension and/or 401(k) eligibility.
Inclusive work culture built on belonging.