Pharmacy Technician (16 hours per pay period)

Job Description:
Under the supervision and direction of the Pharmacist, the position is responsible for the accurate preparation of IV solutions, sterile injectable products, the accurate computer entry and processing of prescriptions, preparing unit dose medications, non-sterile bulk compounding, and sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous preparations. This position assists the pharmacist in all aspects of the daily departmental activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, billing, record keeping and other clerical functions, monthly audits, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist.
Education Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

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

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy 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 date of hire

• Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern

If working in a ND location, must meet one of these two education requirements, as defined by the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy:

• Successful completion of an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited academic program

• Completion of, or be enrolled in, an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited on-the-job training program. Program must be completed and must have obtained certification by a national certification body approved by the Board of Pharmacy within 24 months of hire. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is an approved certification body

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains 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;

OR

• Be 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

NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the State registration as a Pharmacy Technician and Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.

• Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employment
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

FTE
0.2
Shift Rotation
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
days/afternoons
Shift End Time
days/afternoons
Pay Range
$20.43 - $30.37 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Weekends
yes
Holidays
Yes
Union
USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.