Pharmacy Technician Associate, Inpatient (Casual)

Department: 34007800 Pharmacy Services
Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Hours: 0
Contract: Non-Union
Weekend Rotation: Every Other
Job Profile Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Job Description:

Provides basic drug distribution and drug preparation services. Checks pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, preparing labels, calculating quantities and other pharmaceutical therapies. Functions under the supervision of the pharmacist.

Principle Responsibilities

• Prepares medications.
  • Prepares and selects medications for distribution.
  • Prepares oral extemporaneous products.
  • Performs bulk compounding.
  • May process refill requests and prior authorizations.
  • May perform data entry and adjudication.
• Manage and support automated drug distribution and drug inventory.
  • Medication picking, delivery, and restocking to automated dispensing cabinets (ADC).
  • Troubleshoots basic problems identified by ADC users and/or peers.
  • Delivers and restocks controlled substances.
  • Assists with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepancies.
  • May perform daily ordering.
  • May perform inventory management.
  • May use wholesaler return programs and supports reverse distribution processes.
• Complete and document quality assurance activities.
  • Monitors expiration dating.
  • Ensures pharmacy environment is clean and free of clutter, safe, and presents a professional atmosphere.
  • Reports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisor.
  • May complete audits for days supply, signatures, dates, take as directed and returns-to-stock.
  • May maintain records of invoices, reports, and other documents.
• Repackages and labels bulk medications or splits tablets into unit dose packaging.
  • Creates labels using standard format.
  • Fills and labels prepacking medications.
  • Assigns expiration dates and maintains records.
  • Packages appropriate quantities.
  • May check medications for packaging accuracy.
• Provides customer service.
  • Answers phone and directs calls to appropriate party
  • May manage point of sale
  • May Consult refill management program to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective utilization of medications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program
• 0 to 2 years pharmacy technician experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required within 180 Days or
• Pharmacy Intern required

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
• Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

As a pharmacy technician, you ensure patient safety by accurately preparing and dispensing medications. Your efficiency in managing inventory and processing prescriptions allows pharmacists to focus on patient care. By providing excellent customer service and medication guidance, you enhance patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans.

To learn more about our pharmacy team, click here.