Pharmacy Technician- Specialty Pharmacy

About the role

Pharmacy Technicians are an integral part of the pharmacy team. This role involves processing prescriptions, interacting with and assisting customers to ensure a positive experience with Essentia Pharmacy. The position may include inventory control, non-sterile and/or sterile compounding, care of supplies and equipment, management of automation systems, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions
• Interact with and assist customers
• Manage inventory control
• Perform non-sterile and/or sterile compounding
• Maintain supplies and equipment
• Operate and manage automation systems
• Complete other duties as assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership

Requirements

Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care Level I

Education & Experience

If working in a Minnesota location, must meet one of these three categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with continuous registration dating back prior to January 1st, 2013
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within one year of hire
• OR continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Certification & Licensure

• State registration in the state of employment is required before hire
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained a high school graduation equivalent (e.g., GED)
• All float, casual positions, and regular staff from the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• Wisconsin locations may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Must earn and maintain Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire, unless currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program
• Pharmacy Technicians with a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern do not need PTCB or NHA certification
• Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care Level II

Education & Experience

If working in a Minnesota location, must meet one of these three categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with continuous registration dating back prior to January 1st, 2013
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within the first 90 days of employment
• OR continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience
• Completion of Pharmacy Department's Orientation
• Completion of one of the following Essentia Pharmacy Department training programs within 6 months of hire:
  • Core Sterile Compounding Training Program
  • Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program

Certification & Licensure

• State registration in the state of employment is required before hire
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained a high school graduation equivalent (e.g., GED)
• All float, casual positions, and regular staff from the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• Wisconsin locations may provide a "pending" application for registration
• Must earn and maintain Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 1 year of hire, unless currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program or (for North Dakota locations only) progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program
• Pharmacy Technicians with a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern do not need PTCB or NHA certification
• Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care Level III

Education & Experience

If working in a Minnesota location, must meet one of these three categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with continuous registration dating back prior to January 1st, 2013
• Completion of a board-approved technician training program
• Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within the first 90 days of employment
• OR continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience
• Experience (within the past year) with Tier III qualifying work
• Completion of required certification or Pharmacy Department’s Training Program for Tier III requirements within 6 months of hire

Certification & Licensure

• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is Minnesota
• Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is Wisconsin (may provide a "pending" registration)
• All float, casual positions, and regular staff from the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
• Must possess a current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Pay

Compensation range: $21.58 - $32.09 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous time off
• Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health

Note: Benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact the HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.