Pharmacy Technician

The Kroger Co. • Christiansburg, VA

6d • $15 - $19

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician provides exceptional customer service and supports patient health and wellness through services allowed by applicable state and federal laws. The role helps maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive environment and follows the company’s values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The technician supports the pharmacist and helps ensure accurate, efficient reception, data entry, adjudication, and dispensing while protecting confidential information and complying with HIPAA and other regulations.

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 of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous comparable experience.
• Experience equivalent to that of 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 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 help ensure 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 handle electronic fund transactions, cash, and checks according to company policies.
• Provide a strong customer experience while accurately and efficiently completing reception, data entry, adjudication, and product dispensing.
• Assist the pharmacist with responsibilities that do not require the 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 reasonably, cooperatively, and without confrontation.
• Act with honesty and 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, through company or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
• Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay, based on 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, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over the course of a career through the Continuing Education program.
• Training programs and career pathways supporting growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED