Pharmacy Dispensing Technician

Sterling Specialty Pharmacy is part of Astrup Companies, an innovative, growing, family-owned business located in Mendota Heights, MN. We have a rich, 70 year history, with companies servicing every aspect of the pharmacy industry. As an employee of Sterling Specialty Pharmacy, you can expect to be treated with care and respect. We have a state of the art facility that was built in 2017 and are looking to continue to grow our strong team as our business grows!

• This position would be a Monday - Friday position with competitive wages.
• Looking for for following shift availability: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm or 12:00pm - 8:30pm. Work every 4th weekend.
• We offer Full health benefits, a 401(k) program with a company match and a Profit Sharing bonus program.
• This is a closed door pharmacy with no direct patient contact.
• We are a rapidly growing business with many opportunities for professional growth and advancement!

To learn more about Astrup Companies, go to this link: https://astrupcompanies.com/

Qualifications:

Required Education/Training/Professional Experience: Pharmacy Technician:

• High School degree or equivalent G.E.D
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel; ability to work with multiple information systems
• Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology
• Pharmacy experience

Preferred Education/Training/Professional Experience:

o Associates degree

o IV and compounding pharmacy experience.

Position Summary: As a Specialty Pharmacy Dispensing Technician, you’ll communicate with pharmacists and pharmacy team members and be asked to flex with the needs of the pharmacy on a day-to-day basis; become familiar with Sterling Specialty medications, their location, dispensing and shipping needs specific for various types of medications; printing shipping labels; preparing prescriptions for packing and shipping. Assists with inventory and general pharmacy tasks.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: Pharmacy Technician:

• Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration

Core Competencies & Responsibilities: Pharmacy Technician:

• Work toward achieving certified pharmacy technician status
• Receive, process and fill new prescriptions and refill requests quickly and accurately
• Keep current and compliant with statutes, rules and regulations related to pharmacy
• Participate in continuous improvement and quality assurance programs
• Represent company at local and state pharmacy meetings.
• Ensure the accuracy of prescription and patient data entered into various systems by verifying patient, drug, quantities, directions, day’s supply, insurance, physician data.
• Communicate with various pharmacy departments as needed to coordinate timely prescription adjudication to meet schedules.
• Report errors, omissions or incidents to pharmacists
• Participate in quality program initiatives and improvement activities
• Maintain a flexible schedule that may include early morning, evening and weekend hours
• Comply with all regulatory requirements, including HIPAA/HITECH
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Management.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation while dispensing medications.
• Able to effectively communicate with pharmacists and fellow team members.
• Accurately and effectively dispense medication in a fast-paced work environment and asks for help when needed.
• Understands specific state laws and specific program requirements to ensure all orders have the necessary materials and proper documentation to go along with the medication.
• Ensures all required ancillary stickers are applied to medication bottles.
• Works well in a team setting and is able to adapt when necessary.
• Quickly and accurately prepare shipping labels. Additionally, is able to ensure special requests are accommodated.
• Ability to effectively train new team members during the onboarding process.
• Able to troubleshoot and problem-solve when issues arise.
• Appropriately stocks and organizes inventory with regards to expiration dating and beyond use dating.
• Completes all daily requirements for the pharmacy, including clean-up at the end of the day and ensuring all PHI is properly disposed of
• Accurately and effectively prepares IV medications and compounds while adhering to cleanroom rules, guidelines, and regulations.

Performance Requirements: Pharmacy Technician:

• Possess a thorough knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems
• Comply to all Astrup Companies policy and procedures
• Create a culture of positivity and excitement within the workplace
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with other
• team members. Care. Respect their time, work and talents.
• Be able to multitask
• Be focused and disciplined
• Possess excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Be self-motivated and able to work well on an independent basis
• Display strong customer service skills
• Innovate - Think outside-the-box. Bring original ideas to the team/organization
• Embrace our Guiding Principles. Use them to guide decision making.
• Go Beyond!

Physical Requirements & Work Demands: Pharmacy Technician:

• Frequent mobility and/or standing required for extended periods of time.
• Requires manual dexterity to prep shipping supplies, operate keyboard, printer, and other office equipment.
• Occasional high stress work.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Environment: Pharmacy Technician:

• Normal pharmacy environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $24