Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies • Gurnee, IL

11d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Technician, you help provide patients with an accurate and efficient pharmacy experience under a pharmacist’s supervision. You assist with prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation within regulatory guidelines. You interact with customers by answering inquiries, processing transactions, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.

You also help maintain an organized and consistent pharmacy by managing records, restocking supplies, keeping the workspace clean, and following federal and state regulations. The work includes handling prescription workflows, maintaining compliance, and supporting daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment.

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 when assisting patients and handling inquiries.
• Accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
• Effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple requests 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 processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines.
• Interact with patients by answering inquiries, processing transactions, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records and manage documentation.
• Restock supplies and keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and applicable federal, state, company, division, and store policies and laws.
• Support daily pharmacy operations and manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development supported by leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits.
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, applicable collective bargaining agreement, and/or company policy, benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits (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