PHARMACY/CERTIFIED TECH

Kroger - Richland, WA

Part-time

Richland, WA

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Pharmacy/Certified Technician role is focused on providing exceptional customer service and health and wellness services to patients while adhering to state and federal regulations. The position involves direct patient interaction, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment, and supporting the pharmacist in various responsibilities. The technician will also play a key role in maintaining compliance with health regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Support company health and wellness initiatives
• Understand and adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and the company's policies regarding the same
• Maintain a current national and/or state registration, certification, or license depending on state requirements
• Assist pharmacist in all responsibilities except those that require a pharmacist's professional judgement
• Provide a stellar customer experience while accurately and efficiently completing all steps of reception, data entry, adjudication, and product dispensing
• Support the continued coaching and training of clerks and/or technicians
• Compound medications according to state and any other regulations
• Perform post fill audits to verify prescription information matches computer records
• Support non-dispensing services through the use of various platforms, resources, and applications
• Complete all aspects of CLIA-waived screenings consistent with state and federal law as well as company policies
• Provide any additional health and wellness services allowed by state and other regulatory bodies
• Comply with and reinforce all sanitation and safety regulations/guidelines/procedures and programs according to company, local, state, and federal health code regulations; identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
• Comply with local, state and federal regulations; report all illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to handle highly confidential information
• Completion of national registration, certification or licensure

Nice-to-haves

• Any previous comparable experience
• Any equivalent experience of a pharmacy technician

Benefits

• Part-time schedule
• Opportunities for career growth
• Supportive work environment