Pharmacy Tech-Ambulatory Care - Northland Pharmacy

Position: PHARMACY TECH-AMBULATORY CARE - NORTHLAND PHARMACY
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

ASPIRUS ST. LUKE'S CLINIC in Duluth, MN is seeking a PHARMACY TECH-AMBULATORY CARE to join our NORTHLAND PHARMACY team!

Salary Range: $19.63 - $28.46 Hourly

Schedule/

Hours:

DAY ONLY, 8 hours

Weekend Requirement:
Generally No Weekends

FTE: FULL TIME, 1.0 FTE or 80 Hours Biweekly

Performs the technical clerical functions associated with dispensing medication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  N/A
• Licensure/Certification/Registration:
  Minnesota Technician registration prior to hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  
  Completion of approved pharmacy tech training program
• Experience:
  
  Previous work in a pharmacy environment.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Familiarity with drug names, both brand and generic; ability to understand and to utilize the PIMS as well as PC's in the pharmacy; operational knowledge of equipment used in the pharmacy; to follow written and oral instructions with accuracy and dependability; to communicate verbal and written instructions; to work with sustained attention on repetitive tasks; to distinguish routine functions from those that require professional judgment;

good finger dexterity; to do light typing; to learn and participate in all areas assigned; to adapt to the changing role of Hospital pharmacy and develop new technician roles; to give consistent attention to details.

• READING
  - Intermediate:
  Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• WRITING
  - Intermediate:
  Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.
• SPEAKING
  - Intermediate:
  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
  - Intermediate
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw or interpret bar graphs to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• REASONING ABILITY
  - Intermediate
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to see, hear, stand, talk, bend and sit for an eight (8) hour period; ability to lift up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Occasional prolonged standing/walking; occasionally lifts supplies/equipment.

• Stand
  - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
• Walk
  - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
• Sit
  - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
• Reach with hands and arms
  - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
• Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch
  - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
• Bending-repetitive forward
  - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
• Talk or hear
  - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 10 pounds
  - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
• Up to 25 pounds
  - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
• Up to 35 pounds
  - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical Noise Level
- Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• Time away from work accrual.
• Retirement plans available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth

Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center.

As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke's is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women's and children's…