Overview
As a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you will play an essential role in empowering our customers to take their medications correctly and achieve better overall wellness. Our pharmacy features a casual dress code in a non‑retail facing environment. An active in‑state pharmacy technician license is required to be considered.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist pharmacist in filling prescription items, as permitted by the state board of pharmacy
* Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
* Work daily with Leadership to ensure the right medications are put in the right packets
* Run automated machinery required to pre‑sort and package medications
* Fill exception trays with appropriate medication
* Transition orders through different workflow stages from initial dispense through quality control
* Count and fill prescription vials and affix labels on bulk prescription items
* Pack and ship completed orders including printing and affixing appropriate labels on dispenser, shipping boxes
* Sort and triage the right boxes to ship at the right time
* Aid the distribution manager and distribution pharmacists with receiving, shipping, counting, and packing
* Clean, and help maintain, equipment and work areas
* Package medications for dispensing and for delivery
* Work a flexible schedule – shifts may start and end outside of normal business hours
Physical Requirements
* Standing, bending, reaching above the head, kneeling, crouching and/or stretching for shifts up to 12 hours (standard full‑time shifts are 10 hours excluding overtime, flex and part‑time shifts may vary)
* Lifting and moving products up to 49 lbs in weight
* Manual dexterity of hands and wrists
Basic Qualifications
* Active and unrestricted in‑state Board of Pharmacy License (Pharmacy Technician, Trainee, and Assistant Licenses)
* National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA)
* High school diploma or equivalent
* 6+ months of experience working with computer and web‑based tools
* Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisor; ability to read and understand English language labeling on product cartons and prescription labels
Preferred Qualifications
* Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member
* Demonstrated organization skills and attention to detail
* Ability to recognize and identify patient medications
* Experience working under pressure in a fast‑paced work environment while consistently meeting standards for productivity and quality
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits .
Location: USA, WA, Kent – $27.00 – $29.00 USD hourly
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