Job Description
Job Description:
Is responsible for the accurate preparation of non-sterile extemporaneous products, unit-dose preparations; inventory control; medication delivery, distribution, and storage; care of supplies and equipment; and management of automated medication dispensing systems. Assists the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership in all aspects of the daily departmental activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, billing, record keeping and other clerical functions, monthly audits, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist or pharmacy leader. Tier II Techs will also be responsible for sterile injectable products including chemotherapy.
Education Qualifications:
Pharmacy Technician- Acute Care Level I (On The Job Training)
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:
- Successful completion of an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited academic program
- Completion of, or be enrolled in, an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited on-the-job training program. Program must be completed and must have obtained certification by a national certification body approved by the Board of Pharmacy within 24 months of hire. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is an approved certification body
Certification/Licensure Required:
- Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire; OR be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program; OR for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
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:
- P revious 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 first 90 days of employment
OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience
- Completion of Pharmacy Department's Orientation AND one of the following Essentia Pharmacy Department training programs within 6 months of hire:
- Core Sterile Compounding Training Program
Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
- Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required. The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
- All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin
- All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration
- Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 1 year of hire; OR be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program; OR for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program
- NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.
- Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post two years of employment) for the duration of employment
- Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy
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:
- 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 first 90 days of employment
- OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern
Required Qualifications:
If External Hire:
- Minimum of 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience
- Experience with Tier III qualifying work
- Completion of required certification or Pharmacy Department’s Training Program for Tier III requirements within 6 months of date of 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:
- Possess current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) unless currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program or for ND locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
- NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification.
- Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment.
- Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
PTCB Certification(General) must be completed within one year of hire unless currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program if working in either state.
Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state Board of Pharmacy.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.
Job Location: Building A - Duluth Clinic - 1st Street
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: days/afternoons / days/afternoons
Compensation Range: $20.99 - $31.21 / hour
Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)
FTE: 1
Weekends: yes
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Casual work, Internship, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,