Pharmacy Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26424 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Whitney Milhoan

Director Student Health Services

406-994-2311

whitney.milhoan@montana.edu

Classification Title Pharmacy Tech Working Title Pharmacy Technician Brief Position Overview

Join a mission-driven healthcare team dedicated to MSU student well-being. The SHS Pharmacy Technician plays a key role in delivering accurate, confidential, and accessible pharmacy services to MSU students from a state-of-the-art campus facility.

Position Number 4M0686 Department SWC Pharmacy Division Division of Student Success Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $21.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

MSU Student Health Services serves the diverse health needs of the MSU student body through an integrated model designed to reduce barriers to care. The SHS Pharmacy operates within the Student Wellness Center and serves as a critical component of the campus healthcare ecosystem. This position reports to the Pharmacy Manager and works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and dispense prescriptions under pharmacist supervision in compliance with Montana Board of Pharmacy regulations
• Strictly maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times
• Deliver courteous, professional service to MSU students
• Manage medication inventory including controlled substances
• Process insurance claims and billing
• Over-the-counter and retail sale management
• Maintain required records and support pharmacy administrative functions
  
  

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age (Montana Board of Pharmacy requirement)
• Active Montana Certified Pharmacy Technician license (CPhT via PTCB or ExCPT/NHA), or eligibility for a provisional license; active licensure required prior to start date (ARM 24.174.701)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• CPhT credential (PTCB preferred)
• Previous experience in a retail, clinic, or hospital pharmacy setting
• Experience with pharmacy management software
• Familiarity with third-party insurance billing and claims processing
• Experience working in a college health, public health, or student-facing service environment
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will

• Monday–Friday availability during SHS Pharmacy operating hours
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in a high-stakes clinical environment
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to patient privacy and HIPAA compliance
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact respectfully with a diverse student population
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain workflow in a busy pharmacy setting
• Professional, ethical conduct and reliability
  
  

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

• Montana Board of Pharmacy Compliance: This position is subject to all applicable provisions of Montana Administrative Rules Chapter 24.174. The selected candidate must maintain an active Montana pharmacy technician license and comply with all continuing education requirements mandated by the certifying agency for annual license renewal.
• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Availability: Monday–Friday availability is required. Position may be offered on a year-round or academic year basis as noted in the specific position announcement.
  
  

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Requirements include: ability to stand for extended periods; manual dexterity to count, label, and package medications; ability to lift and carry pharmacy supplies (up to 25 lbs). The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon Completion Of a Successful Search. Position End Date (if Temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

Screening of applications will begin on June 12th 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

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