Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician in Training | Retail

About the role

Avera Pharmacy Plaza 2 offers a regular day shift position in Sioux Falls, SD. The pay range for this position is $19.25 - $28.00 per hour, with actual pay rates dependent on experience. This entry-level position is eligible for a $3,000-$4,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assists in drug preparation, storage, distribution, and inventory management within various pharmacy environments.
• Participates in and completes Avera Health's Pharmacy Technician Education Program to prepare for PTCB certification and register as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Under pharmacist supervision, accurately inputs and/or prepares labels and packages for inpatient or outpatient medication orders and prescriptions.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of medications, calculations, regulations, and personal protective equipment to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance.
• Communicates effectively with nursing staff, physicians, customers, co-workers, supervisors, and management to promote high-quality communication and prevent patient harm.
• Performs clerical functions such as billing, patient demographics, and pharmacy inventory to promote an efficient medication distribution system.
• Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Pharmacy Department and applicable accreditations.
• May assist customers on the phone or in person, run reports, and use the automated dispensing system.
• Conducts monthly inspections of medication stocks in assigned areas and assists with inventory to prevent drug shortages or excesses.
• Assists with compounding practices, such as botox and chemotherapy.

Requirements

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• Must have visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Required Education: Pharmacy Technician in Training - South Dakota Board of Pharmacy, Registered with respective state's Board of Pharmacy within State requirements within 30 Days, Certified Pharmacy Technician - Board of Pharmacy, Pharmacy Technician Board Certification or alternative approved training/certification program.
• Preferred Education: High School or GED Equivalent, Less than 1 year related experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician - Board of Pharmacy, Active registration in the state of practice within 30 Days and Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) upon hire.

Skills

Proficient knowledge of medications, calculations, regulations, personal protective equipment, and promotion of patient safety.

Benefits

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

Pay

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $19.25 - $28.00

Schedule

Day Shift