Location Address:

333 North Smith Ave
St Paul, MN 55102


Date Posted:

January 16, 2026

Department:

70027908 Community Pharmacy United Outpatient

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

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:

Casual role

8-hour day and evening shifts

Occasional weekends

This position will float to multiple locations and mileage will be offered when traveling outside the Metro area

Meet our Care Team Members: Allina Pharmacy team

Job Description:

The technician functions under the supervision of the pharmacist. Provides basic prescription filling, inventory management, customer service and basic compounding. May assists with other pharmacy projects and advanced dispensing. Provides backup for lead technicians and the pharmacy buyers.

Principle Responsibilities

Prescription FillingOrder entry into pharmacy management softwareFulfilment of reviewed ordersFinal dispense according to dispositionReduces audit risk through proper checks including, but not limited to, DAW, days supply, NDC validation, dates of service, discrete directions and other standard practicesPrepares oral extemporaneous productsPerforms bulk compoundingCustomer ServiceProvides service to internal and external customersGreets patients, employees and staff in a timely and courteous mannerObtains needed information through direct patient contact to support prescription fillingAdvocates for patients by searching for manufacturer and foundation copay assistanceTechnician will routinely complete the following responsibilities to manage and support drug distributionInventory Management – receipt and restock of wholesaler orders, transfer of medications to internal pharmaciesMedication picking in support of prescription fillingTroubleshoots malfunctioning equipmentRestocks automated dispensing robotsAssists with returns, waste, and reporting/resolution of discrepanciesComplete and document quality assurance activitiesMonitors expiration datingPerforms cleaningReports discrepancies or inaccuracies to pharmacist or supervisorOther 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 descriptionPrior experience as a Pharmacy Technician orPrior healthcare experience

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GEDVocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program

Licenses/Certifications

Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hireCertified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required (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: $22.04 to $30.01 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 up to $100 in 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.