Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies • Long Beach, CA

1d • $20 - $27

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician supports an accurate and efficient experience for patients while working under the supervision of a pharmacist. The role assists with prescription processing, data entry, and medication preparation within regulatory guidelines. It includes regular customer interaction, such as answering inquiries, processing transactions, and referring clinical questions to the pharmacist.

The Pharmacy Technician also helps maintain pharmacy organization and consistency 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. This is described as an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. Specific duties and skills may vary by store, and the official job description is provided during the application process.

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.
• 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 standing for extended periods and completing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Availability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines.
• Interact professionally and courteously with patients, answer inquiries, and process transactions.
• Direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records and support consistent organization.
• Restock supplies and keep the workspace clean.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and applicable federal and state pharmacy laws.
• Operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems.
• Complete required pharmacy training programs and technician development requirements.
• Read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• 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 such as 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