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Retail Pharmacy Technician

  • CHI St Alexius Bismarck
  • Bismarck, North Dakota
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Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $19.80 - $26.48 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-459072
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Outpatient Pharmacy
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
Monday - Friday (9:30 AM - 6:00PM)
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Pharmacy

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Searching for certified pharmacy technician or technician in training!

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performs a variety of activities related to prescription processing and daily pharmacy operations workflow.  Works in a highly regulated environment and must take care to abide by all state and federal regulations that relate to the practice of pharmacy including record keeping and infection prevention standards and will work in accordance with CommonSpirit Health policies and procedures. Pharmacy technicians are responsible for prescription data entry, insurance billing, preparation and filling of prescription medications, cashiering/customer service duties, and accurately performing pharmaceutical calculations, reconstitution and compounding of oral and topical dosage forms (if applicable). Inventory/stocking tasks for controlled and non-controlled medications along with tracking orders and performing routine clerical/administrative tasks may be required in lieu of a pharmacy coordinator and/or pharmacy buyer.

  • Contributes to the department’s safe and accurate operations by prioritizing and organizing daily work for optimal operations of pharmacy.
  • Participates in the on-boarding of new technicians.
  • Answers telephones, screens phone calls/orders.
  • Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, receives and enters prescriptions into the pharmacy management system.
  • Verifies information on prescriptions for accuracy and provides notification to pharmacists for possible errors and drug/allergy contraindications.
  • Identifies possible medication/prescription errors. Discusses error(s) with pharmacist on staff and PIC. Documents error in system-utilized error reporting tool.
  • Conducts prescription order processing to include packaging, reconstituting, and compounding/flavoring (if applicable).
  • Distributes medication to the patient/customer and collects payment; performs cashiering duties.
  • As the front line to all retail pharmacy customers, must present a professional, helpful, pleasant demeanor, showing respect in all patient/customer, coworker, and health care professional interactions.
  • Captures information and charges for purposes of billing third party payers; reconciles billing and administration records. Will contact provider office if medication is not covered or prior authorization is needed
  • Complies with federal state laws pertaining to pharmacy, including differing counseling requirements by state, HIPAA procedures and policies, etc
  • Operates and maintains automated dispensing devices and may problem solve for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy.
  • Effective time management skills are critical to reprioritize work.
  • Must demonstrate initiative and be willing to work as a cohesive member of a team.
  • Performs administrative support functions for pharmacy operations, including filing.
  • Will ensure confidentiality of patient and other hospital information.
  • Tracks medication and supply orders and stocks and assists in keeping inventory at acceptable levels for patient care

Job Requirements
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
  • One year of retail pharmacy experience or equivalent preferred
  • Graduate of ASHP accredited pharmacy technician program, associate's degree, or equivalent experience preferred
  • Active Pharmacy Technician License in good standing in the state(s) in which the employee works, if required by state law. PHARMTECH:XX
  • Active CPT-EXCPT or CPT-PTCB or CPHT certification in good standing. CPT-EXCPT or CPT-PTCB or CPHT
Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services.  CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.

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