Certified Pharmacy Assistant

Samaritan Medical Center; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist the pharmacist with preparation, dispensing and distribution of medications. The role supports inventory management and customer service in a busy hospital pharmacy.

Required NYS registration and sterile compounding certificate for IV room; at least one year of pharmacy experience preferred, with Meditech and Omnicell familiarity a plus.

Qualifications

• At least one year of previous pharmacy work experience is desired.
• NYS registration and sterile compounding certificate required for IV room compounding.
• Retail experience preferred for medication historian role.

Responsibilities

• Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications.
• Obtains and maintains knowledge of department Policies and Procedures and Joint Commission standards.
• Performs inventory control tasks: rotating stock, replenishing stock, audits, monitoring for outdates.
• Delivers outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.
• Operates Meditech and Omnicell; troubleshoots equipment/issues as needed.
• Enters medication charges accurately into the system.
• Maintains IV room certification including cleaning of IV room and surrounding areas.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Meditech/Omnicell familiarity

Tools

Meditech

Omnicell

Job description

Location:Samaritan Medical CenterDepartment:01.8471 SMC PHARMACYPay Range:20.23 - 25.79Care for our community, and your career.· Must communicate effectively and show eagerness to learn· Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications.· Obtains and maintains appropriate knowledge and understanding of the department Policies and Procedures as well as Joint Commission medication management standards.· Performs essential functions related to inventory control such as rotating stock, replenishing stock, performing medication audits and monitoring for outdates.· Performs activities as directed in accordance with federal, state and local laws/regulations and hospital policies.· Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.· Operates computer systems and utilizes technology such as Meditech and Omnicell. May need to troubleshoot issues with equipment and discrepancies.· Responsible for entering medication charges in system accurately.· Performs essential functions related to maintaining IV room certification such as cleaning of IV room and surrounding areas.· The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned in alignment with experience and education. (For example, medication historian duties, or IV room duties.)At least one year of previous pharmacy work experience is desired. The goal is to achieve Pharmacy Technician Certification within 1 year of date of hire. Retail experience preferred for medication historian role.NYS registration and sterile compounding certificate required for IV room compounding. Additional certifications might be required specific to job duties assigned.Work Shift:FLSA7DAY- 8 Hours Day Shift (United States of America)Position Hours:80Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.