Tech - Pharmacy - Animal Health

Overview

Tech - Pharmacy - Animal Health role at MWI Animal Health. The position reports to the pharmacist and supports dispensing prescription drug products to end-users, with compliance to regulatory requirements.

Location:

5655 11th Ave. East, Suite 100/200 Shakopee, MN 55379

Work/Shift

Hours:

Monday–Friday 9am–5pm or until the job is complete

• Retrieves and labels prescription drug products.
• Prepares prescription orders following pharmacist verification for shipment.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory and organizes medications and supplies.
• Keeps the work environment tidy and compliant with pharmacy standards.
• Maintains licensure and eligibility for participation in an approved technician-in-training program where required.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and navigating stairs as needed to process orders.
• Communicates effectively with customers and may access, input, and retrieve information from pharmacy computers.
• Assists pharmacist with patient consultations and refers veterinary and customer inquiries to the pharmacist.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacy layout, basic warehouse processes, RF scanning, and order routing by mode of transportation (MOT).
• Stages orders for pharmacist verification and ensures proper labeling and organization for packing and shipping.
• Ensures orders are checked by a pharmacist and understands the process for final verification.
• Delivers toted orders for packing and shipping based on MOT; differentiates prescription-only from combined orders as required.
• Answers intercom calls, identifies as a pharmacy technician, and handles calls appropriately.
• Maintains scheduling availability to meet business needs, including overtime as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED completed
• National Pharmacy Technician certification required in states where mandated by the Pharmacy Board and preferred where not mandated
• Must be unrestricted and licensed or registered in the resident state as required, OR eligible for participation in an approved employer technician training program within six months of hire to obtain the State Board Pharmacy Technician license
• One or more years of related pharmacy experience is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations and drug distribution practices
• Customer service excellence
• Business and financial acumen
• Solid analytical and mathematical abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Interpersonal skills for multi-disciplinary teamwork
• Organization, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Time management and multi-tasking abilities

Compensation, benefits, and resources to support an inclusive culture and purpose-driven work. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus resources for physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness. Additional programs may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. Opportunities for training, professional development, mentorship, employee resource groups, and volunteer activities are available.

For details, visit the company website.

Salary Range: $37,900 - $54,120 (national average). Final range may vary by locale; some locations may be up to 10% lower or 12% higher depending on state-specific factors.

Cencora is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations available during the employment process. For accommodation requests, contact  or

Affiliated Companies: MWI Veterinary Supply Company