Atrium Pharmacy Tech or Tech-In-Training

You’ll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet® Recognition consecutively since 2006.

And you’ll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine

You can make a difference here.

About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full-time employees (minimum of 24 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. for more information or .

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. to learn more

Pre-Employment Requirements
All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. to learn more

Atrium Pharmacy Tech or Tech-In-Training (.75)
PHARMACY-ATRIUM (BILLINGS CLINIC HOSPITAL)
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Shift: Day, Evening, Weekends
Employment Status:  Full-Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period: 0.75 = 60 hours (Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE:  $17.00 - 20.42

*May be eligible for $2,500 sign on bonus*

Theincumbent in this position is responsible for assisting the pharmacist in thedelivery of quality pharmaceutical care and medication distribution aspermitted by law.

EssentialJob Functions

•Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission,vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets allmandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency inall organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates tothe environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.
• Answers the telephone and assists customers seeking pharmaceutical care.Performs a variety of data entry and report generating tasks.
• Assists the pharmacist with all aspects of the Billings Clinic medicationdistribution system including compounding/admixing pharmaceutical preparations,filling bottles/bingo cards with prescribed tablets/capsules, processingprescriptions and emergent prescriptions, adjudicating claims, performing pointof sale functions, proper utilization of outpatient pharmacy technology etc.
• Maintains adequate medication inventories and supplies to meet dispensingneeds.
• Maintains an accurate controlled substance perpetual inventory viaappropriate use of controlled substance vault or controlled substance records.
• Facilitates the delivery of all pharmaceuticals to meet the needs of thecustomer/patient and ensures proper point-of-sale (POS ) processes andbalancing of POS funds and registers.
• Maintains the pharmacy in a neat and organized condition.
• Processes complete prescription claims including properadjudication/reconciliation, insurance verification, prior authorization, andcompassionate care/medication assistance programs associated with patientaccounts and insurance claims billing.
• Enters medication charges and credits for the adjudication/reconciliation ofpatient accounts and insurance claims billing.
• Participates in quality improvement activities utilizing performanceimprovement principles to assess and improve quality.
• Educates and trains new pharmacy staff, students, and residents, asappropriate.
• Identifies needs and sets goals for own growth and development; meets allmandatory organizational and departmental requirements.
• Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agencyenvironmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to jobperformance.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of thedepartment/organization

Minimum Qualifications

• AllPharmacy Technicians, both non-certified and certified must display and provideproof of current registration with the Montana State Board of Pharmacy
• All Pharmacy Technicians, both non-certified and certified, mustsuccessfully complete all required training and department/position specificcompetencies.
• All Pharmacy Technicians, both non-certified and certified, mustsuccessfully maintain continuing education per board of pharmacy requirementsand produce such documentation upon request.
• All Pharmacy Technicians, both non-certified and certified, must not beon the OIG exclusion list.

Pharmacy TechnicianIn Training (Non-Certified)

• Highschool graduate or equivalent
• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician preferred
• Be eligible and registered with the State Board of Pharmacy as a“Technician-in-Training” prior to the first (1st) day of employment (Board mustverify prior to first day of employment). The permit to practice as aTechnician in Training shall be good for a period not to exceed expiration dateon BOP issued license and may not be renewed.
There are application fees for Pharmacy Tech in Training and there is a renewalfee which is due June 30 of each year.

Billings Clinic is a “best” place to work because if its people. The collegial atmosphere, teamwork, pride in care, and numerous opportunities to grow both personally and professionally help keep our amazing employees here caring for patients.  State of the art facilities and advanced technology gives the health care professionals the tools to provide advanced health care in a healing environment.

• 2019 Billings Chamber of Commerce Employer of the Year
• 2019 Becker’s 50 Best U.S. Companies to work For
• 2019 Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Experience
• LivAbility “One of the Top 25 Best Places to Live in America
• 2016 Outside Magazine’s America’s Best Town

Employees have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of each other and our patients, making this a truly meaningful place to work. The organization also offers employees the opportunity to engage in numerous councils and educational opportunities leading to career growth and involvement in decision making and important initiatives. Beyond giving great care, employees’ ideas and insights are valued at every level of the organization.

At Billings Clinic, it is important to celebrate milestones and ensure that employees feel valued. Recognitions such as the DAISY or BEE Awards, Years of Service and the employee recognition program give everyone the opportunity to show encouragement toward team members who go the extra mile.

Billings Clinic offers excellent benefits and salaries, education assistance, paid time off, and learning plans for career growth. The combination of excellent benefits, strength of the organization and meaningful work make Billings Clinic one of the best places to spend a career in health care.

Billings, Montana is a friendly college community located near the magnificent Rocky Mountains with great exciting outdoor recreation just minutes from home.  Billings has great parks, trails, public lands, thriving restaurants, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and abundant events and family activities.

• BeWell-An employee wellness program with initiatives and resources around Health, Finance, Personal Growth, and Community.  Programs include free blood screenings, flu shots, biometric screenings, health assessment, incentives such as insurance premium discounts for participation.
• Medical-Billings Clinic offers a comprehensive self-insured health plan, including a traditional PPO plan and an HSA plan. The benefit is available to full or part time employees. 
• Pharmacy-Our medical plan includes prescription benefit coverage and prescriptions can be filled at the Atrium Pharmacy on our campus with a mailing service available to employees who reside outside of Billings. 
• Dental-Preventive and Comprehensive plans include preventive and major dental services such as fillings, extractions, bridgework, dentures and crowns.  
• Vision-A vision plan is available; which covers a routine eye exam and provides an allowance for the purchase of frames, lenses or contact lenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts-We offer two types of spending accounts: health care and dependent care. Both allow you to pay certain expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• HSA Savings Accounts-We offer an HSA savings accounts and an employer contribution for full time employees.

• Short Term Disability/Medical Leave-Billings Clinic provides a short term disability medical plan which provides employees with days to use in the event of an extended illness or injury.

• Paid Time Off-Billings Clinic recognizes an employee's need to balance work and family life. Billings Clinic provides a paid time off benefit which affords employees the opportunity to have time off with pay. 
• Retirement Plans-Billings Clinic provides a defined contribution pension plan and a 403(b) tax deferred savings plan with matching contributions. These plans offer employees the opportunity to save for their retirement years with a variety of investment options available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts-We offer two types of spending accounts: health care and dependent care. Both allow you to pay certain expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• HSA Savings Accounts-We offer an HSA savings accounts and an employer contribution for full time employees.

• Tuition reimbursement and/or assistance programs are available for certain positions.

• Employee Crisis Fund-Provides limited financial assistance to Billings Clinic employees who need immediate aid. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-Billings Clinic recognizes that mental well-being is connected to physical health. We offer employees and their eligible dependents, at no cost, four sessions of mental health related services through our confidential EAP program.
• Billings Clinic Parent Network (BCPN)-A unique group to support the employees who also wear the hat of “parent”.  The group meets monthly to discuss the challenges of being a working parent and provides encouragement and support.
• Cafeteria and Commons Café-meal subsidies
• Bicycle-friendly business-Bronze award winner by the League of American Bicyclists
• Tuition reimbursement and/or assistance programs are available for certain positions.
• Leadership training
• Employee recognition programs such as the Bee Award for outstanding team members, Daisy Award for nursing excellence, Great-Catch Award (safety), Years of Service award, YAG awards.  Several employee recognition events throughout the year such as the food truck outdoor event, hot cocoa bar event, etc. to promote fun and employee recognition.
• Free or discounted tickets to local entertainment and sporting events
• Club Billings Clinic offers employees discounts at numerous local businesses and service providers
• Lactation facilities for new mothers.
• 360-degree performance reviews
• Our organization promotes sustainable or “green” practices.
• Identity Theft Protection and Emergency Travel Assistance
• Business education, continuing education credit assistance
• Formal career development and job advancement programs
• Actively supports community service initiatives, e.g. United Day of Caring, Saturday Live, etc.
• Flexible scheduling and telecommuting options for certain positions to accommodate work/life balance
• "Casual Fridays"-ability to wear work appropriate jeans to work (for non-clinical employees)
• Workplace facilities to promote exercise
• Promotes walking trails both inside and around the campus