Pharmacy Technician - Acute Care I - Weekend Status

Building Location: 32nd Avenue Building Department: 3012410 HOSPITAL PHARMACY - 32ND HOSP 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: 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: 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: 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: FTE: 0.5 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $20.86 - $31.29 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. 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