Pharmacy Tech Trainee

About the Role

As our Pharmacy Technician Trainee, you will embark on an essential learning journey, gaining hands-on experience and foundational knowledge necessary to support our pharmacy operations and contribute to patient care. You will assist licensed pharmacists and certified technicians with various tasks, including receiving and stocking medications, preparing prescriptions under direct supervision, managing inventory, and handling administrative duties.

You will learn pharmacy laws and regulations, master dispensing procedures, provide excellent customer service, and work towards obtaining your pharmacy technician certification. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a genuine desire to learn, and a commitment to accuracy and patient safety are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician trainee may assist with the following:

• Record on the original prescription order the prescription serial number and date dispensed.
• Initiate or accept verbal or electronic refill authorization from a medical practitioner or their agent, and record relevant details on the prescription order or approved alternative.
• Record information in the refill record or patient profile.
• Type and affix a label for a prescription medication or enter prescription information into a computer, with pharmacist verification of accuracy before dispensing.
• Reconstitute a prescription medication, with pharmacist verification of ingredients, procedure, and final product.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or High School GED.
• Pharmacy Technician Trainee AZ license.

About the Workplace

Join Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, a 571-bed nonprofit founded over 125 years ago. SJHMC is a global destination for life-changing care, known for its mission of humankindness and community dedication.

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing 24/7 comprehensive care for critically injured patients.

SJHMC fosters a culture of excellence and well-being, offering professional and personal growth opportunities. Over 20% of patients travel internationally for specialized care, providing a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.

Pay

$18.00 - $21.71 per hour.