Pharmacy Technician

Essentia Health

. Process prescriptions . Interact with and assist customers to ensure a positive Essentia Pharmacy experience . Control inventory . Perform non-sterile and/or sterile compounding . Care for pharmacy supplies and

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeDuluth • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $22 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmacy operations, including prescription processing, inventory control, and compounding. Holds necessary certifications and registrations while providing exceptional customer service in a pharmacy setting.

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Pharmacy Technician State RegistrationCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)Pharmacy Technician ExperienceNon-Sterile CompoundingSterile Compounding

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Hard Skills

Prescription ProcessingInventory ControlNon-Sterile CompoundingSterile CompoundingAutomation Systems Management

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy OperationsPharmacy Supplies ManagementContinuing EducationBoard of Pharmacy Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process prescriptions
Interact with and assist customers to ensure a positive Essentia Pharmacy experience
Control inventory
Perform non-sterile and/or sterile compounding
Care for pharmacy supplies and equipment
Manage automation systems
Complete pharmacy department orientation and applicable training programs
Perform other duties assigned by the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pharmacy technician state registration in the state of employment before hire
At least 18 years of age
High school graduation or equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration
For Minnesota locations, completion of a board-approved technician training program, qualifying prior Minnesota registration/experience, or completion of Essentia Health’s employer-based technician training program
Level II: minimum 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience
Level III: minimum 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience
Level III: experience within the past year with Tier III qualifying work
Level II/III: completion of required pharmacy department orientation and applicable training programs within six months of hire
Level III: current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from PTCB or NHA
Level I/II: earn and maintain CPhT certification from PTCB or NHA within the specified period, unless currently enrolled in an accredited Pharm.D. program or otherwise exempt as stated
Maintain required registration and certification throughout employment
Complete ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state Board of Pharmacy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Supplemental insurance options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health