Pharmacy Technician

Albertsons Companies • Evanston, IL

9d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

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

You also help maintain organization and consistency in the pharmacy by managing records, restocking supplies, and keeping the workspace clean while following federal and state regulations. The role involves supporting prescription workflows, compliance, and daily pharmacy operations in a fast-paced environment.

This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunities. Starting rates are no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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.
• Experience assisting with data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Accuracy in prescription input, labeling, calculations, and record management.
• Familiarity with prescription terminology, dosage forms, and product recognition.
• Effective verbal and written communication, including phone interactions with patients and providers.
• Ability to manage 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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prescription processing, data entry, medication preparation, and order processing within regulatory limits.
• Interact professionally and courteously with patients, handle inquiries and transactions, and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist.
• Maintain accurate prescription inputs, labels, calculations, and records.
• Manage multiple tasks while maintaining pharmacy workflow and compliance standards.
• Maintain records, restock supplies, and keep the pharmacy workspace clean.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and applicable federal and state pharmacy laws.
• Operate computers, registers, and pharmacy systems.
• Read, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support from leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits.
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/vacation pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits, depending on eligibility and applicable terms.
• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.

What This Job Offers

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