Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons • Desert Hot Springs, CA

15d

About The Position

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

You help maintain an organized and consistent pharmacy by managing records, restocking supplies, and keeping the workspace clean while following federal and state regulations. The role involves prescription workflows, compliance, and other daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old, or 18 years old where required by location.
• 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.
• Experience assisting with prescription data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance standards.
• 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 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.
• Answer patient inquiries, process transactions, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records and support accurate record management.
• Restock supplies and keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and federal and state pharmacy laws.
• Use pharmacy systems, computers, and registers to support pharmacy operations.
• Complete required pharmacy training and technician development requirements.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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