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Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care- Float Team (casual hours)

Essentia Health · Superior, WI · $21.58–$32.09 an hour · Part time

Posted Aug 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Superior float positions need technician registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. Where are you on that?

What they are checking: Whether they understand and can meet the dual registration the role requires before they can work.

Tell me about a time you caught a mistake before it went further.

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to detail and speak up, which prevents errors from reaching patients.

This is casual hours. How would you keep your skills sharp between shifts?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of staying current when they don't work regularly.

What would you do

As a float, you'll work in different pharmacies on short notice. How do you get up to speed quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt to new workflows and teams by asking good questions and following each site's process.

A patient asks you whether they should take their new medicine with food. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they know counseling questions go to the pharmacist and handle that handoff smoothly.

You notice a coworker isn't following the controlled substance count procedure. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they would report a compliance problem even when it is uncomfortable.

How do you handle a frustrated customer when the prescription isn't ready?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and helpful and find out what can be done instead of just apologizing.

About the work

Walk me through how you fill a prescription accurately from start to finish.

What they are checking: Whether they check drug, strength, quantity and label carefully, since the pharmacist relies on their accuracy.

How would you handle an insurance rejection at the counter?

What they are checking: Whether they can read common rejection codes and work with the pharmacist on next steps.

Why is confidentiality so important at a pharmacy counter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand HIPAA in a public setting where others can overhear.

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The full job description

As published by Essentia Health.

Building Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street Department: 2035430 PHARMACY FLOAT POOL - DC Job Description: Education Qualifications: Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level I (On The Job Training) Educational Requirements: If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy: • Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013 • Completion of a board-approved technician training program. • Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within one year of date of hire • OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern Certification/Licensure Required: • Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required • The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration • All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin • All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration • Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 2 years of hire OR • Be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited Pharm.D. program NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification. • Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post one year of employment) for the duration of employment • Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level II Educational Requirement: If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy: • P revious experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013. • Completion of a board-approved technician training program • Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 1040 hours of pharmacy technician experience • Completion of Pharmacy Department's Orientation AND one of the following Essentia Pharmacy Department training programs within 6 months of hire: • Core Sterile Compounding Training Program Core Prescription Billing and Synchronization Training Program Certification/Licensure Requirements: • Before hire, state registration in the state in which they will be working is required. The applicant must to be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high​ school or attained high school graduation equivalent (e.g. GED) for registration • All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin • All Wisconsin locations: may provide a "pending" application for registration • Earns, through employer-based training program, and maintains Certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within 1 year of hire; OR be currently enrolled as a Pharmacy student in an accredited • Pharm.D. program; OR for North Dakota locations only, progressing toward acceptance into a Doctor of Pharmacy program • NOTE: Any Pharmacy Technician that has a dual position as an Intern or Pre-Intern does not need to have the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) nor the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification. • Must maintain registration(s) (immediately) and certification(s) (post two years of employment) for the duration of employment • Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy Pharmacy Technician- Ambulatory Care Level III Educational Requirement: If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy: • P revious experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013. • Completion of a board-approved technician training program • Completion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment • OR Continuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 2080 hours of pharmacy technician experience • Experience (within the past year) with Tier III qualifying work Completion of required certification or Pharmacy Department’s Training Program for Tier III requirements within 6 months of date of hire. Certification/Licensure Requirements: • Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is Minnesota • Registered as a pharmacy technician if the primary work location is in Wisconsin (may provide a "pending" registration) • All float, casual positions and regular staff from sites in the Superior, Wisconsin location require registration in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. • Possess a current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) • Must maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment. • Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy Licensure/Certification Qualifications: FTE: 0 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: USWA Technical Workers Clinic (UTECC) Union Posting Deadline: 06/10/2026 Compensation Range: $21.58 - $32.09 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.