Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

Overall, the Pharmacy Tech 1 - 5 assists the pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patient. Gathers, labels and distributes medications accurately and efficiently. Packages, prepares, and safely compounds medications including hazardous substances accurately and efficiently. Handles, manages and distributes controlled substances in compliance with regulatory requirements and department policies; and assists with drug diversion surveillance. Assists with maintaining accurate medication inventories and billing of medications. Effectively communicates utilizing established systems and processes. Assists with training new staff.

The Research Pharmacy Tech 1 - 5 performs technician and clerical support activities associated with the coordination of the Research Support Service of Hospital Pharmacy Services. Duties involve dose preparation (oral and IV), maintaining active and closed protocol files, completing protocol-based report forms, providing assistance to auditors and study coordinators, maintaining inventory levels, ordering and receiving new drug supplies, packaging and mailing used and unused study supplies, assuring correct drug accountability records, processing computerized study drug charges and work load statistics, and performing quality management functions. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work performed in order to maintain the integrity of the service and system.

Qualifications

Note: These qualifications apply to the Pharmacy Tech level 1, which is the minimum qualification that must be met for all levels.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Personal computer skills including word processing, database, spreadsheet development experience or ability to learn required.

• Two years pharmacy experience preferred.

• Compounded sterile preparation (CSP) training preferred.

• Narcotic control, inventory management, or investigational/chemotherapy protocol record keeping experience preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail, accuracy, timeliness and organizational skills.

• Employees are required to remain in this position for a minimum of one year before requesting a transfer to another position within the institution.

License or Certification:

• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy.

• National Pharmacy Technician certification within 12 months of hire.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

This pay range spans from the minimum for a Tech I to the maximum for a Tech 5. Placement within a level and within the range is dependent on experience and qualifications.

$20.07 - $38.85 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday, Shift start between 0600 and 0830. 8-hour shift.

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Lauren Brandt

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.