Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons • Carlsbad, NM

12d

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Technician, you help provide patients with an accurate and efficient pharmacy experience while working 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.

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

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, courteous customer communication and effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
• Experience assisting with data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Attention to detail in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Organization and time-management skills to manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
• 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications within regulatory guidelines.
• Answer patient questions, process transactions, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain pharmacy records, 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.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed