HCOP Pharmacy Technician I/II/III

The Harrison School of Pharmacy at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Pharmacy Technician! Under supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician provides skilled and technical assistance to the pharmacist in pharmacies operated by the Harrison School of Pharmacy to include assisting with dispensing prescriptions, providing routine customer service to patients and assisting in maintaining inventory.

• Assists a registered pharmacist in dispensing prescriptions to patients to include receiving prescription refill requests and new prescription requests, verifying that information is accurate, and entering prescription information into computer database accurately and efficiently.
• Provides customer service by responding to routine inquiries concerning prescriptions, prescription insurance coverage, and pharmacy prescription records. Forwards complex issues to supervisor or more senior level technician.
• Assists in maintaining pharmacy inventory in roles to include receiving medications, verifying medication shipments, approving invoices, stocking, and checking for outdated medication currently in inventory.
• Maintains and stocks automated dispensing machines
• Performs payment processing, cashier functions, and basic financial reporting including daily transactions and opening and closing cash register. May also participate in financial reporting.
• May troubleshoot pharmacy software, reporting, and related technology.
• Assists in developing or modifying processes based on unit objectives and feedback from employees and management.
• More experienced Technicians will provide advice and consultation to supervisors and managers regarding internal policies, procedures, and practices.
• May train others in new process implementation.

Level I:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Level II:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in providing assistance to a pharmacist or in a pharmacy setting.

Level III:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of experience in providing assistance to a pharmacist or in a pharmacy setting.

License and Certifications:

• Alabama Pharmacy Technician License and National Pharmacy Technician Certification required upon hire 

• Advanced knowledge of pharmacology terminology and prescriptions.
• Advanced knowledge of pharmacy calculations.
• Ability to perform most calculations with minimal oversight.
• Advanced knowledge of processes, methods, and procedures of all federal, state and local regulations applicable to pharmacy as well as general knowledge of prescription filling processes.
• Consistently applies principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Accurate data entry skills.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to learn multiple pharmacy related software programs and their utilization.
• Advanced knowledge of financial reporting.
• Ability to perform regular tasks that require high level critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for communicating with a wide variety of individuals.
• Microsoft Office experience.

This position requires basic knowledge and skills at Level I, intermediate knowledge and skills at Level II, and advanced knowledge and skills at Level III.

Minimum Liscense and Certifications:

• Level I, II & III – AL Pharmacy Technician License required.
• Level III - National Pharmacy Technician Certification also required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!