Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

September 05, 2024

Department:

70007908 Community Pharmacy Abbott Northwestern Heart Hospital

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Every 3rd

Job 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.

Key Position Details:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two week pay period)8-hour, day/evening shiftsEvery third weekend Benefit eligible

Pre-employment Drug Screen: This role requires that all external and internal applicants successfully pass a drug test before beginning work. A positive test result and/or refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

Job Description:

The technician functions under the supervision of the pharmacist. Provides basic prescription filling, inventory management and customer service. May assists with other pharmacy projects.

Principle Responsibilities

Prescription FillingOrder entry into pharmacy management software.Fulfilment of reviewed orders.Final dispense according to disposition.Reduces audit risk through proper checks including, but not limited to, DAW, days supply, NDC validation, dates of service, discrete directions and other standard practices.Customer ServiceProvides service to internal and external customers.Greets patients, employees and staff in a timely and courteous manner.Obtains needed information through direct patient contact to support prescription filling.Advocates for patients by searching for manufacturer and foundation copay assistance.Technician will routinely complete the following responsibilities to manage and support drug distributionInventory Management – receipt and restock of wholesaler orders, transfer of medications to internal pharmacies.Medication picking in support of prescription filling.Restocks automated dispensing robots.May troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.May assist with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepancies.Complete and document quality assurance activitiesMonitors expiration dating.Performs cleaning.Reports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisor.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

Licenses/Certifications

Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN or WI Board of Pharmacy required depending on state location

Physical Demands

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