Inpatient Pharmacy Technician Senior

Location Address:

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd Suite 123 Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522

Date Posted:

May 07, 2026

Department:

70045500

Allina Health Home Infusion Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Variable shift length

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation:

Other Job Summary:

As a pharmacy technician, you ensure patient safety by accurately preparing and dispensing medications. Your efficiency in managing inventory and processing prescriptions allows pharmacists to focus on patient care. By providing excellent customer service and medication guidance, you enhance patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans.

Key Position Details:

FTE 1.0 (80 hours per two week pay period) also open to a .8 FTE(64 hours per two week pay period) Variable day/evening shift On-call weekends

Allina Home Infusion Operating Hours:

7 am to 6pm (Monday-Friday) Weekday On-Call Hours (Monday-Friday): 6pm-10pm

Weekend Hours:

On-Call Staffing from 10 am-6pm (Sat/Sun) Careers with

Purpose:

Michael Allen Job Description:

Provides basic drug distribution and drug preparation services. Checks pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; preparing labels; calculating quantities; assembling intravenous solutions, including chemotherapy and other pharmaceutical therapies. Double checks medication distribution, monitors controlled substances and provides backup for the Pharmacy Buyer. Leads work involving automated dispensing cabinets inventory and monitoring. The technician functions under the supervision of the pharmacist. Principle Responsibilities Completes some or all of the following, according to specific needs at the site. Conduct double-check of medication using barcode scanning technology prior to restocking of Automated Dispensing Cabinets or unit dose cart fill. Prepare sterile parenteral medications for home infusion. Coordinate care with liaisons, RN Care Coordinator and bill staff. Manage patient paperwork and billing documentation. Assign medication pockets in Automated Dispensing Cabinets. Ensure timely loading and unloading of medications into Automated Dispensing Cabinets. Troubleshoot issues and malfunctioning equipment. Maintain controlled substance monitoring and inventory. Conduct routine audits to monitor for controlled substance diversion. Conduct in-depth investigation, as needed. Procure medications and pharmacy supplies. Process invoices. Monitor inventory and alert managers when unable to purchase sufficient supply. Identify alternate vendors, as needed. Conduct analysis of Automated Dispensing Cabinets Activity to optimize inventory and vend to refill ratio. Assist with maintenance of Automated Dispensing Cabinets. Complete special projects to optimize inventory. Completes the following activities, as needed, to support completion of pharmacy workload as needed Prepare medications, parenteral products, and chemotherapy. Manage and support automated drug distribution by picking, delivering and restocking medications, and assisting with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepancies. Repackage and label bulk medications or split tablets into unit dose packaging, which includes creating labels; filling and prepackaging medications, and assigning expiration dates. Completes quality assurance activities (e.g., medication expiration checking), as assigned. Provide customer service. ◦ Answer phone and directs calls to appropriate party Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description 0 to 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program preferred 2 to 5 years of pharmacy technician experience Licenses/Certifications Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required within 12 months of Date of Hire (NHA or PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board)

Physical Demands Light Work:

Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range Pay Range:

$23.22 to $31.83 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer •Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We're a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees - your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee's Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)

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