Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies • Kirkland, WA

15d • $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 prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation within regulatory guidelines. The role includes regular customer interaction, such as answering inquiries, processing transactions, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.

You also help keep the pharmacy organized and consistent by managing records, restocking supplies, and maintaining a clean workspace while following federal and state regulations. The work involves prescription workflows, compliance, and support for daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment. The posting describes physical activity including standing for extended periods and repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

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 operates more than 2,200 stores and 1,732 pharmacies across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The posting notes that responsibilities and requirements may vary by store and that 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, courteous communication and effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
• Attention to detail in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Organization and time-management skills to manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and complete repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines and under pharmacist supervision.
• Assist patients with inquiries and transactions, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records and restock supplies.
• Keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
• Follow federal and state pharmacy regulations, HIPAA requirements, and applicable company policies.
• Support pharmacy workflows and daily operations.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support from leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, and applicable collective bargaining agreement: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; accrued sick pay; accrued PTO/vacation pay; 7–9 paid holidays annually; bereavement pay; and retirement benefits, including pension and/or 401(k) eligibility.
• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed