PHARMACY/TECHNICIAN

The Kroger Co.•Vancouver, WA

1d•$17 - $23

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician provides exceptional customer service and supports patients’ health and wellness by delivering services consistent with applicable state and federal laws. The role promotes a safe, clean, inclusive environment and demonstrates the company’s values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The technician supports pharmacy operations by processing prescriptions from reception and data entry through adjudication and dispensing, assisting the pharmacist with responsibilities that do not require professional judgment, managing inventory and orders, preparing products, completing billing, and helping customers. The position also requires compliance with applicable regulations, company procedures, and HIPAA requirements, as well as cooperation in a fast-paced environment. The position is with Fred Meyer, part of The Kroger Company. The posting describes flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles; the specific schedule for this opening is not stated.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to handle highly confidential information.
Meet minimum state requirements to perform the functions related to the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous comparable experience.
Equivalent experience as a pharmacy clerk.
Familiarity with EPRN.

Responsibilities

Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and report illegal activity, including robbery, theft, or fraud.
Follow and reinforce food safety, sanitation, and safety regulations, guidelines, procedures, and programs; identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
Perform ordering functions with primary and secondary wholesalers.
Follow company guidelines for computerized inventory management, control, and ordering of medications, devices, supplements, and supplies.
Maintain departmental standards, including clean and organized workstations and customer waiting areas.
Count, measure, and prepare specified products using company best practices.
Complete billing procedures to assure best value for the customer and company.
Answer and triage phone calls and respond to inquiries as appropriate.
Follow guidelines for accepting and tendering vendor coupons, cash shortages, and company shrink.
Operate the cash register and follow cashier handling policies for electronic fund transactions, cash, and checks.
Provide a strong customer experience while accurately completing reception, data entry, adjudication, and product dispensing.
Assist the pharmacist with responsibilities except those requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgment.
Follow HIPAA regulations and company policies regarding confidential information.
Support company health and wellness initiatives.
Put away legend orders, including Central Fill deliveries.
Work cooperatively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational, and cooperative manner.
Act honestly and with integrity when handling customer and business information.
Follow directions and seek assistance as needed to resolve customer and business issues.
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
Perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay, subject to eligibility and length of service.
Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
Free, confidential financial tools and coaching through Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Associate discounts on purchases.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over a career through the Continuing Education program.
Training programs and career pathways.
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
401(k) plan and/or Taft-Hartley pension fund participation, subject to eligibility.
Group term life insurance, subject to location criteria and eligibility.
Tuition assistance, college scholarships, and educational leave of absence, subject to varying criteria and eligibility.
Internal training and development resources.