Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Pharmacy Technician TraineePharmacy Alternatives is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Christiansburg, VA! Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you'll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!Schedule:Monday- Friday 9a-530pSunday 8a-12p (approximately every 6 weeks)Benefits and perks for You!Medical, Dental, Vision insuranceHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)Tuition discounts & reimbursement401(k)Company Paid Time OffShift DifferentialDailyPayPet InsuranceEmployee wellness and discount programsHow YOU will benefit:Supportive team with room to work independentlyOngoing training and career growthAdvancement opportunities in a growing companyReferral bonusesWe cover Pharmacy Technician license fees (new hires & current staff eligible)As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee you will:Prescription Fulfillment & AccuracyFills prescription items in compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations, packaging medications for dispensing and delivery while meeting accuracy and productivity standards.Labels products with cautionary and auxiliary information to ensure patient safety.Medication Preparation & CompoundingPrepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders, and ointments, with experience in non-sterile compounding.Performs sterile compounding and IV prescription preparation in accordance with PharMerica's quality standards and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.Cleans and maintains sterile compounding rooms per USP 797 guidelines.Inventory & Supply ManagementParticipates in periodic pharmacy inventory, checking in drugs and supplies, stocking shelves, and removing expired items.Reconciles and fills Emergency Drug Kit (EDK) boxes as needed.Processes returned medications for credit or destruction in compliance with regulatory standards.Order Entry & DocumentationPerforms order entry for new and refill prescriptions with precision.Files documentation as required by pharmacy regulations to maintain compliance and audit readiness.Customer & Facility SupportResponds to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, providing clear and accurate information.Coordinates with facility staff to ensure timely medication delivery and resolution of issues.Additional DutiesPerforms other assigned tasks to support pharmacy operations and patient care.QualificationsRequired:High School diploma or equivalent.Ability to operate a computerStrong written and verbal communication skillsCapacity to work independently and collaborate with a team accurately and efficientlySalary RangeUSD $17.00 - $18.00 / Hour