This position is eligible for a sign on bonus!
The Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, to assist them in their day-to-day tasks to prepare and dispense pharmaceutical drugs in accordance with standards, State and Federal laws, and department policies and procedures. Responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician will vary depending on the location of pharmacy practice.
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
EXPERIENCE
Pharmacy Technician I: Minimum Required: None. Preferred/Optional: Six months of experience in pharmacy, healthcare, or customer service.
Pharmacy Technician II: Minimum Required: One year experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Pharmacy Technician III: Minimum Required: Three years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program AND two year’s experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician)
Pharmacy Technician Senior: Minimum Required: Five years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician) OR Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Training Program AND four years experience in pharmacy (or equivalent i.e. Medical Assistant, CNA, Laboratory Technician)
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Pharmacy Technician I: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician registration or licensure OR an application for pharmacy technician registration or licensure will be accepted if it is in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within 6 months and must remain in good standing and current. Preferred/Optional: Certification as a Pharmacy Technician via PTCB or equivalent.
Pharmacy Technician II: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician registration or licensure OR an application for pharmacy technician registration or licensure will be accepted if it is in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within 6 months and must remain in good standing and current. Preferred/Optional: advanced pharmacy technician certification (CPhT-Adv or CSPT).
Pharmacy Technician III & Senior: Minimum Required: Pharmacy Technician Certification via PTCB or equivalent. Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure or application in pending status by the first date of employment. Registration/licensure must be obtained within six months and must remain in good standing and current. Preferred/Optional: Advanced pharmacy technician certification (CPhT-Adv or CSPT).
Shifts vary between the following hours of operation:
Mon-Fri 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
Sat-Sun 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Holidays 8:00am to 12:00 pm
Weekend rotation is on a 3 week rotation or as per department needs.
Staff are required to work 1 to 2 holidays per year on a rotating basis or as per department need
Opportunities exist to work in a wide variety of settings that include acute care, long term care and retail pharmacy.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.