Job Description
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Rice Lake
Location: Rice Lake, WI
Address: 1700 W Stout St, Rice Lake, WI 54868, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $18.15 - $29.00
Department Details
Join us as a Summer Pharmacy Technician—an ideal opportunity for students interested in building a career in healthcare or pharmacy.
Job Summary
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders. Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.
In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions.
Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions.
May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.
The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.
Qualifications
High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.
Iowa: Effective July 1, 2010, all pharmacy techs working in Iowa pharmacies must be nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). If enrolled in a technician training program, or not previously having worked as a pharmacy technician, must register as a pharmacy technician trainee within 30 days of starting technician training or employment. A technician trainee must become a nationally certified pharmacy tech within 12 months of starting tech employment or training. A pharmacy tech trainee who does not complete national pharmacy tech certification before expiration of the pharmacy tech trainee registration, must discontinue working as a pharmacy tech.
Minnesota: As of January 1, 2012 any individual registering for the first time as a technician needs to be 18 years of age or older. Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. For new technician registrants, the individual must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board.
North Dakota: Pharmacy Technicians must register as a Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training with the ND Board of Pharmacy, before beginning employment in the pharmacy. Individuals applying as a pharmacy technician in training must enroll in Sanford provided (or equivalent) ASHP accredited education and obtain national certification (PTCB or NHA) within the timelines established by the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy to receive the Pharmacy Technician licensure. Failure to obtain ASHP accredited education and National Certification before the board of pharmacy removes the technician in training license will result in termination of position. Once active, the registration as a Pharmacy Technician remains valid as long as the individual maintains an active license with the North Dakota board of Pharmacy. The North Dakota Board of Pharmacy does not require employees to collect or submit ongoing proof of national certification renewal. Technicians must simply ensure their state registration remains active.
South Dakota: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the SD Board of Pharmacy required within 30 days from the date of hire. As of September 12, 2024, the state of South Dakota requires technician certification in the following roles: A Technician Providing immunizations, a Technician working in a Remote Pharmacy, other advanced functions as approved per the Board
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0253416
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Traineeship, Summer work, Remote work, Work from home, Shift work, Day shift
Similar Jobs
Nbcuniversal Media, LLC
Freelance Digital Content Writer/Editor - NBC Sports, Bay Area (Part-Time)Full-timeBusiness Segment: NBCUniversal LocalNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio...
Saxon Global
...Job Title 5+ years of experience with SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Experience writing code with C#, Javascript, CSS, HTML, and PowerShell. Experience with Power BI. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication...
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
...Company Description Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11... ...Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with fellowship training in Addiction Medicine, to join our Behavioral Health team in Winfield, IL,...
Kyyba
...Job Title: ( Senior Software Quality Assurance Automation Engineer ) re you Senior Software Quality Assurance Automation... ...theft plan Optional Medical and dependent FSA Work-visa sponsorship Opportunity for advancement Long-term assignment with opportunity...
ShiftCode Analytics
...quarter) Description: Top Skills' Details 1.) 5+ years of SharePoint Development Experience, specifically SPFx. Senior-level MS... ...stored procedures) Nice to have: Power BI skills, ability to develop dashboards Soft Skills are VERY Important to this manager....