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Pharmacy Technician Trainee - Pittsburgh

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  • Job
    Part-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Pittsburgh

Requirements

  • Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
  • Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Certification or Licensing Preferred: Pharmacy Certification
  • Lifting Requirement: Up to 25 pounds
  • Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age,

Responsibilities

  • Welcome patients and immediately acknowledge them with compassion and a smile at all pharmacy entry points.
  • Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs, including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise and referring appropriate questions concerning prescriptions and over the counter medicine to the pharmacist.
  • Maintain a neat and clean work environment in order to ensure that company and government requirements are met.
  • Assist team members with tasks to ensure department runs efficiently.
  • Use the pharmacy computer to complete all actions necessary in order to maximize efficiency and provide optimal patient care at drop-off, will call, drive thru, phone, filling and order receiving, including but not limited to: searching for patients and profiles, determining dates of fill and pick-up, determining prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting cash prices of prescriptions, checking on-hand counts of medications and entering invoices.
  • Assist team on actions plans in order to improve outcomes using knowledge of all appropriate service and business metrics.
  • Assist in the execution of all company initiatives and programs.
  • Complete required training program and accompanying exams.
  • Follow all company, state and federal policies, laws and regulations, including HIPAA and Pseudoephedrine sales.
  • Finalize sales using cash register according to established procedures, including the point of sale policies.
  • Transcribe data from prescriptions accurately in order to generate a custom label for the customer.
  • Assist with maintaining proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking and rotating drugs and other supplies per company policy and procedure.
  • Answer telephone in a polite and timely manner, ensure accurate information is exchanged and the customer is satisfied.
  • Resolve customer questions and concerns by communicating effectively with the customer and the management team and support staff in an efficient manner.
  • File written prescriptions daily.

FAQs

What are the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pittsburgh?

The responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pittsburgh include assisting the Pharmacy team in providing safe, accurate, and efficient care to patients, building strong relationships with patients and colleagues, exceeding expectations, and aiming for the best outcomes for patients, Team Members, and the company.

What skills and expertise are required for the Pharmacy Technician Trainee position?

The Pharmacy Technician Trainee position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to work collaboratively in a team, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Basic knowledge of pharmacy operations and procedures is preferred but not required as training will be provided.

What are the opportunities for growth and development as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pittsburgh?

As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pittsburgh, you will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. Upon completion of training, you may have the opportunity to advance to a Pharmacy Technician position with increased responsibilities and opportunities for career growth within the company.

How does the Pharmacy Technician Trainee role contribute to the overall success of the pharmacy team in Pittsburgh?

The Pharmacy Technician Trainee plays a crucial role in supporting the pharmacy team in providing excellent care to patients, meeting their needs, and ensuring safe and accurate medication dispensing. By building strong relationships with patients and colleagues, exceeding expectations, and actively contributing to the team's success, the Pharmacy Technician Trainee helps to achieve the best outcomes for patients, Team Members, and the company.

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Employees
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Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Giant Eagle strives to be a best place to work in the eyes of the nearly 36,000 individuals who work in our stores, pharmacies, warehouses and in our corporate offices. At Giant Eagle, you'll have the opportunity to develop a real career with countless opportunities for you to grow with us. The way we conduct business and treat one another – our Team Members, customers, community members and valued partners – defines what the Giant Eagle culture is all about. Our Purpose Beyond Profit is "We are one Giant Eagle Family. Together, we provide our communities with life's essentials, so our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive." We do this by staying true to our Core Values: Respect All: We go out of our way to treat our guests and one another with kindness and dignity. Think Team: We value different viewpoints and love working together as family. See It, Own It: We keep our heads up, see opportunity and take action. Work Smart: We find ways to simplify. Live Well: We help everyone live a healthy, balance life. Do Right: We are ethical, giving, and good stewards of the world around us. Founded in 1931, Giant Eagle is one of the 40 largest family-operated companies in the US and operates Giant Eagle, GetGo and Market District stores. As we continue to grow and expand, our commitment to our core values and the well-being of our Team Members, customers, and our communities is as strong as ever. We listen to what you have to say and do everything we can to provide a safe, caring, family-oriented environment. To learn more about the benefits we have to offer, please visit jobs.gianteagle.com.