Pharmacy Tech in Training, Fulfillment - Amazon Pharmacy

Description

As a Pharmacy Technician in Training, you will play an essential role in empowering our customers to take their medications correctly and achieve better overall wellness. We thrive on friendly and creative team energy, aiming for an environment that is both productive and comfortable. We value team building where everyone is working hard together to make a huge impact on the company. Our pharmacy features a casual dress code in a non-retail facing environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background screen and drug test. An active in-state pharmacy assistant license is required to be considered.
Within 12 months in the training program, after completing 520 program hours, you will be expected to pass the exam for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA) and obtain your pharmacy technician license from the Washington State Board of Pharmacy. Once you obtain your credential pharmacy technician license, you will be promoted to a Certified Pharmacy Technician. The cost of the exam will be paid for by Amazon Pharmacy.

Key job responsibilities
Core Responsibilities as a Pharmacy Assistant under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist:
● Support functions including prepackaging, repackaging, labeling drugs, delivery management staging for use in prescription dispensing operations meeting HIPAA compliant standards.
● Count, pour, and label for individual prescriptions and any administrative record-keeping when no interpretation is required.
● Support inventory management measures including: stocking, counting, shelf location sorting, adjusting on hand quantities and assisting in the annual inventory process.
● Support the regularly scheduled maintenance of the automated fulfillment equipment.
● Maintain all medication canisters for automated filling equipment.
● Assure canisters are cleaned and calibrated on a regular schedule.
● All canisters calibrated by a pharmacy assistant will be verified by a pharmacist prior to use in the automated machine after calibration occurs.
● Support quality assurance testing of bottled filled from automated filling devices.
● Support online work in all areas supported by pharmacy assistants in the Fulfillment Center when necessary.
● Assure automated machines are properly stocked with bottles, caps, and pharmacy labels.
● Report mechanical issues regarding Automated Fulfillment Equipment immediately to pharmacy management and the Pharmacy Automation Team.
● Any drugs included on the NIOSH hazardous drug list must be handled in accordance with USP, which may require use of personal protective equipment when handling the drug.

Physical Requirements:
During shifts that last up to 12 hours (standard full-time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex, and part-time shifts may vary):
● Standing, bending, reaching above the head, kneeling, crouching and/or stretching
● Lifting and moving products up to 49 lbs in weight
● Manual dexterity of hands and wrists

Basic Qualifications

- High school or equivalent diploma
- Active and unrestricted in-state Board of Pharmacy Assistant License
- Willingness to become Nationally Certified within 1 year of Amazon Pharmacy start date. Amazon Pharmacy will provide PTCB training course and reimbursement assistance.
- 6 months of experience working with computer and web based tools
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and leadership team.
- Ability to read and understand English labeling on product cartons and prescription labels.

Preferred Qualifications

- Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Ability to recognize and identify patient medications
- Proven track record with navigating ambiguity
- Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced work environment while consistently meeting standards for productivity and quality

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.