Pharmacy Technician (Order Entry)

Order Entry Pharmacy Technician

The Order Entry Pharmacy Technician Data Tech receives and processes prescription drug orders accurately and efficiently in a long-term care pharmacy setting, ensuring full compliance with pharmacy regulations. This role focuses on electronic data entry, customer service, and coordination with healthcare facilities to support safe and timely prescription fulfillment.

Responsibilities

• Receive new prescriptions electronically or over the phone from long-term care facilities and other healthcare providers.
• Gather and verify complete patient information and follow the data entry process through to prescription fulfillment.
• Accept and process prescription refill authorizations via phone or fax from prescribers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Accurately enter prescription information into pharmacy software systems and maintain precise electronic records.
• Adhere to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while handling prescription data.
• Communicate effectively with facility staff, prescribers, and internal team members to resolve questions and issues.
• Independently and collaboratively resolve customer service and data entry issues related to prescriptions and refills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in required pharmacy software and maintain excellent general computer skills for daily tasks.
• Use strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Serve as backup for incoming calls regarding refills, troubleshooting dispensing machines, and other escalations.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment and collaborate with colleagues in a small group setting.
• Work toward operating independently in the role after an initial training period of approximately 34 months.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Active registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as required for pharmacy technicians.
• Experience working in a long-term care pharmacy is preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mendota Heights, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mendota Heights, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.