Pharmacy Technician, Central Fill, Health And Wellness Central Operations - Health And Wellness
About The Position
Walmart Central Fill Pharmacy is a specialized pharmacy that processes and dispenses prescriptions for multiple retail pharmacy locations within a region. The automated facility enables fast and accurate prescription fulfillment and supports retail pharmacies in providing clinical services and education to their communities. This role supports operations at the Central Fill Pharmacy in Plainfield, Indiana and is not patient-facing. The Pharmacy Technician fulfills prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, supports inventory management and pharmacy documentation, maintains automated pharmacy equipment and systems, and helps meet daily production and quality goals. Candidates must meet Indiana state requirements to work as a Pharmacy Technician, including the minimum age requirement and an active, valid Indiana Pharmacy Technician license. The listed shifts are first shift, 5:45 a.m.–4:15 p.m. (SMRF), and second shift, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m. (TWRF). The hourly wage range is $20.50–$33.50, with a stated starting rate of $20.50 per hour and an additional $2.00-per-hour differential for second shift. Other premiums may apply in specified circumstances.
Requirements
- Meet Indiana state requirements to work as a Pharmacy Technician, including minimum age and an active, valid Pharmacy Technician license.
Nice To Haves
- Pharmacy Technician Career Diploma through Live Better U and Penn Foster.
Responsibilities
- Maintain medication inventory by receiving, sorting, placing, storing, restocking, and replenishing stock; report low stock; rotate stock using first-in, first-out procedures; perform cycle and physical counts; create inventory reports; and monitor for expired pharmaceuticals.
- Enter and modify pharmaceutical data, process and submit paperwork, maintain records and other documentation, identify and resolve discrepancies, prepare reports on pharmacy activities and inventory, and inform management about inefficient processes or improper service procedures.
- Assist pharmacists with prescription fulfillment; stock and rotate merchandise and supplies; handle claims and returns; secure required paperwork; and maintain a safe, clean work environment while following applicable laws and company policies.
- Fulfill prescriptions under pharmacist supervision in an automated central fill pharmacy by scanning and selecting the correct product and quantity, verifying product size and strength, pack and quantity displays, entering lot and expiration information, labeling, weighing, counting or pouring medication, preparing packages, distributing medications, and replenishing automated counting machines.
- Maintain inventory quality, accuracy, and integrity using automated inventory-control systems and scanners; follow and document inventory procedures; audit and test pill-cell performance; manage pill-cell database information; troubleshoot performance issues; handle hazardous waste; process recalled and expired pharmaceuticals; and return outdated stock for credit when applicable.
- Maintain pharmacy systems and automated medication-counting machines by preparing records and reports, monitoring inventory and expiration dates, calibrating machines, applying settings for pill or capsule specifications, ensuring medications are replenished, and troubleshooting pill-cell issues such as jamming.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and ethics standards, including implementing related action plans and applying the Open Door Policy.
- Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, coworkers, customers, and business partners; identifying priorities and deadlines; communicating progress; recommending improvements; and adapting to change and feedback.
Benefits
- Performance-based incentive awards and bonus awards.
- 401(k) match.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Paid maternity and parental leave.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and other qualifying leave.
- Multiple medical, vision, and dental plan options for associates and dependents.
- Free membership and fresh-produce discounts.
- Life insurance and company-paid life insurance.
- Paid education assistance through the Live Better U program; eligible programs include high school completion through bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates, with tuition, books, and fees paid by Walmart.
- Pay during military service and Military Leave Pay.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
- Company discounts.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
