PHARMACY/TECHNICIAN

The Kroger Co.•Pagosa Springs, CO

6d•$24 - $26

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician provides exceptional customer service and helps people live healthier lives by delivering health and wellness services and experiences within the limits of state and federal law. The role supports accurate and efficient pharmacy reception, data entry, adjudication, product preparation and dispensing, while assisting the pharmacist with responsibilities that do not require professional judgment. The position requires compliance with applicable regulations and company policies, including pharmacy, food safety, sanitation, safety, cash handling, inventory management and HIPAA requirements. Pharmacy Technicians maintain clean and organized work areas, support customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate the company's values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

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.
Experience equivalent to a pharmacy clerk.
EPRN familiarity.

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 requirements; identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
Perform ordering functions with primary and secondary wholesalers.
Follow company guidelines for computerized inventory management, medication and supply control, and ordering.
Maintain clean and organized workstations and customer waiting areas.
Count, measure and prepare specified products using company best practices.
Complete billing procedures to support value for customers and the company.
Answer phone calls, triage them and respond to inquiries as appropriate.
Follow company guidelines for vendor coupons, cash shortages, shrink, cash register operation and cashier handling, including electronic fund transactions, cash and checks.
Provide a strong customer experience while completing reception, data entry, adjudication and product dispensing accurately and efficiently.
Assist the pharmacist with responsibilities except those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment.
Comply with 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 and manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively.
Act honestly and with integrity when handling customer and business information.
Follow directions and seek assistance when 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 and eligibility terms.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Employee Assistance Program counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
Associate discounts on purchases.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 over a career, as well as tuition assistance and college scholarships subject to eligibility.
Training and development programs and career pathways.
Parental leave, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.
401(k) plan and/or Taft-Hartley pension fund, subject to eligibility.
Group term life insurance, subject to location and eligibility criteria.
Potential bonus eligibility based on location criteria and annual store performance.
Educational leave of absence, depending on location and eligibility.