Pharmacy Technician - Acute Care I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description : Pharmacy Technicians are an integral part of the pharmacy team. Primary responsibilities of this role include processing medications and interacting with and assisting all members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal medication use. Job duties also include inventory control, non-sterile and / or sterile compounding, care of supplies and equipment, management of automation systems, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership.

Education Qualifications :

Pharmacy Technician- Acute Care Level I

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 :

Certification / Licensure Required :

Pharmacy Technician- Acute Care Level II

Educational Requirement :

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

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

Required Qualifications :

Core Sterile Compounding Training Program

Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program

Certification / Licensure Requirements :

Pharmacy Technician- Acute Care Level III

Educational Requirement :

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

Required Qualifications :

If External Hire :

For Tier III specialty areas : Completion of Pharmacy Department’s Core Sterile Compounding Training Program, immunizer, product certification authorization (tech-check-tech), medication histories, or regulatory support within 6 months of date of hire.

Certification / Licensure Requirements :

Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health : At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location : 32nd Avenue Building

Shift Rotation : Day / Eve / Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start / End : /

Hours Per Pay Period : 80

Compensation Range : $20.86 - $31.29 / hour

Union : FTE : 1

Weekends : Call Obligations :

Sign On Bonus :