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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.

Benefits Highlights

+ Medical: Multiple plan options.

+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Assists the pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patient. Handles, manages and distributes controlled substances in compliance with regulatory requirements and department policies; and assists with drug diversion surveillance. Accurately performs the duties of a Tech-Check-Tech Pharmacy Technician if qualified. Assists with training new pharmacy staff. Assists with maintaining accurate medication inventories and billing of medications. Effectively communicates utilizing established systems and processes. Performs responsibilities and duties of the job in a manner that is attentive to age and ability considerations.

Reports to the Manager-Medication Diversion Prevention. Works closely and collaboratively with Pharmacy Services and other Mayo leadership and staff. Collaborates with and assists other diversion prevention staff across Mayo Clinic sites.

Conducts activities and tasks to effectively implement and maintain the medication diversion surveillance program. Participates in the investigation process of suspected medication diversion incidents. Provides support for the Drug Diversion Response Team. Participates in continuous improvement, education and planning activities. Performs other miscellaneous activities, as assigned.

Qualifications

**Completion of an approved vocational Pharmacy Technician training program and at least six months of applicable experience as a Pharmacy Technician; or at least eighteen months of applicable experience as a Pharmacy Technician.** Effectively reads, writes, speaks and understands English. Proven history of effectively performing technical tasks and following written / verbal instructions. Able to apply math and calculator skills along with a working knowledge of the metric system. Possess strong telephone and verbal communication skills. Experience with the use of office software computer applications and keyboarding. Demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment and pay attention to detail. Proven organizational and problem solving skills. Proven ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.

Completion of post-secondary education preferred. No history of drug abuse or misuse; or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required.

Current registration with the Board of Pharmacy where required by state regulation. National Pharmacy Technician Certification

The following are preferred:

Experience in medication diversion detection and prevention. Knowledge and understanding of medication and controlled substances laws at the federal, state and local level (e.g.

Board of Pharmacy, Drug Enforcement Agency). Familiarity with JCAHO Medication Management Standards. Previous experience in trending and analyzing data.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$22.28 - $31.63 / hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday 0600-1430

Weekend Schedule

NA

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)

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Gloria Yarwood

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.