Join our A&E Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician! In this role, that specializes in Pharmacy in a long-term care closed-door pharmacy, you play a crucial role in providing pharmaceutical services to patients in long-term care facilities. This role involves dispensing medications, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards in a closed-door pharmacy environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Wage: $23 - $27 per hour.
Location: Arden Hills, MN.

Key Responsibilities:
Medication Dispensing:

Accurately prepare and dispense medications according to prescriptions and physician orders and stay in compliance with state and federal guidelines.Ensure correct dosage, formulation, and labeling of medications.Verify medication orders and patient information for accuracy and completeness.Patient and Facility Interaction:Provide positive communication with healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, to clarify medication orders and resolve any discrepancies.Address inquiries from long-term care facilities and provide necessary medication information.Record Keeping and Documentation:Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including medication profiles and history.Document medication dispensing activities and any relevant interactions or changes.Monitor medication inventory levels and assist with ordering and restocking medications as needed.Ensure proper storage of medications in compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.Quality Assurance:Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives to enhance the pharmacy’s operational efficiency and patient safety.Conduct regular checks and audits to ensure the accuracy of medication dispensing and record-keeping.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a pharmacy technician training program preferred.National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required. State certification/licensure as per local regulations.Prior experience in a pharmacy setting, particularly in long-term care or closed-door pharmacies, is advantageous.Proficiency with pharmacy software and technology.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Knowledge of drug interactions, contraindications, and pharmaceutical terminology.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO)Healthcare, Dental benefits for Full-Time employeesSupplemental Benefits (vision, life, disability, and more) for Full-Time employeesFlex Spending Accounts for Full-Time employeesOn-site ParkingRetirement with employer matchCompetitive wages with credit for experience!Tuition Discount OpportunitiesWork with an amazing team with decades of experience!

About A&E Pharmacy:

A&E Pharmacy is a long-term care organization dedicated to serving skilled nursing, assisted living and hospice patients.  Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes healing, compassion and renewal through serving all by following One, in the Christian tradition.

A&E Pharmacy benefits include flexible scheduling, health care (medical, vision and dental), paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.

Employees can also take advantage of casual dress code and free parking

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.