Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, pharmacy technicians will assist pharmacists in preparation, distribution of medications and maintaining drug inventory.
• Adheres to Federal, State, and local laws and other regulatory requirements regarding pharmacy and institutional practice.
• Performs related work rotating between satellites, tours and shifts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under pharmacist supervision, will rotate assignments, and tours to meet departmental needs.
• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time period.
• Received, return and deliver medications, medication carts, and supplies to various hospital areas.
• Operate equipment properly.
• Troubleshoots automated dispensing systems as needed.

Required Education: 

• High School Diploma/GED.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Pharmacy Technician by the NYSED.
• Primary Source Verification of License and Registration for Registered Pharmacy Technician from the NYS Department of Education (NYSED).

Required Skills & Experience:

• One (1) year of experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Pharmacy dispensing experience.
• Sterile Processing experience.
• IV room experience.

Schedule Hours Per Week: 40.00
Schedule Hours Per Day: 8.00
Schedule Days Per Week: 5.00