Pharmacy Technician 1/2 (PCN 20-0034)

Company: SOA/Dept of Corrections
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

The Alaska Department of Corrections Pharmacy, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, is recruiting for a Pharmacy Technician 1/2 located in Anchorage, Alaska.

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.

To apply or for information on open positions, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska
(Please note that you must apply through the Workplace Alaska site to be considered)



What you will be doing:

Assist pharmacists in the processing, preparation and distribution of medication orders. Will assist in formulary maintenance and other tasks as defined by the practice of pharmacy.

Our mission, values, and culture:

HARS Vision Statement: We are committed to the wellbeing of those under the care of the Alaska Department of Corrections. Individuals will be treated in a safe, respectful and compassionate manner. We are dedicated to providing essential care and to promoting health and rehabilitation.

The benefits of joining our team:

Join a multidisciplinary team of professionals who are dedicated to providing quality care to Alaska's incarcerated population. The Department of Corrections is the state's largest behavioral health provider, we offer unique professional development opportunities, while helping to build stronger communities.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is in downtown Anchorage. This position works as part of a professional and clinical team.

Who we are looking for:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician 1
Two years of experience in a medical or medical supply field which required knowledge of pharmaceuticals and related supplies.
AND
Licensure as a pharmacy technician in the State of Alaska.

Substitution:
An Associate degree in Pharmacy Technician from an accredited college, completion of a post-secondary Pharmacy Technician certificate program with a minimum of 30 credits, or certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board will substitute for the required experience.

Special Note:
Normal color vision is required. The department will verify this at the time of interview. Pharmacy Technicians 1 require licensure as a pharmacy technician in the State of Alaska. See 12 AAC 52.230. Pharmacy Technicians.


Pharmacy Technician 2
Three years of experience in a medical or medical supply field which required knowledge of pharmaceuticals and related supplies.
AND
Licensure as a pharmacy technician in the State of Alaska.
AND
National Certification as a pharmacy technician in the State of Alaska.

Special Note:
Normal color vision is required. The department will verify this at the time of interview. Pharmacy Technicians 2 require national certification as a pharmacy technician. See 12 AAC 52.235. Pharmacy Technicians with National Certification.

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