Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons • Puyallup, WA

14d

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Technician, you help provide patients with an accurate and efficient pharmacy experience while working under a pharmacist’s supervision. You assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications in accordance with regulatory guidelines. You also interact with customers by answering inquiries, processing transactions, and directing clinical questions to the pharmacist.

The role includes maintaining organized pharmacy operations by managing records, restocking supplies, and keeping the workspace clean while following federal and state regulations. The work involves prescription workflows, compliance, and daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older, or 18 years of age or older 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 in 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.
• Attention to detail in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities 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.
• Comfort with 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 prescription processing, data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Assist patients and handle customer inquiries and transactions; direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records and restock supplies.
• Keep the pharmacy workspace clean and organized.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and federal and state pharmacy laws.
• Operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems.
• Complete required pharmacy training programs 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 / Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

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