Certified Pharmacy Technician, Retail Pharmacy, Part Time, Day

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a pharmacy technician to assist the pharmacist with preparation, distribution, and record-keeping of pharmaceutical supplies. The role supports various departments, satellites, and patient care areas, ensuring accurate, timely service.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2–3 years of technician experience, and active pharmacy technician registration and certification.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician registration required or eligible.
• Pharmacy technician certification required.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate work within deadlines.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical supplies.
• Maintain documentation and record keeping for pharmaceutical processes.
• Support pharmacy operations across departments and satellites.
• Respond to urgent requests and adapt to workload changes.

Skills

Pharmacy tech registration

Pharmacy tech certification

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:To assist the pharmacist in pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and record keeping functions of pharmaceutical supplies and perform a variety of technical pharmacy services in the Department, designated satellites, and service and patient care areas.EDUCATION:High School diploma or equivalent. College courses preferred.EXPERIENCE:Two to three years pharmacy technician experience preferred.SPECIAL SKILLS:Must possess or be eligible for pharmacy technician registration. Pharmacy technician certification required. Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods. Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to set priorities and solve problems. Ability to respond quickly to emergency requests. Effective communication skills (orally and in writing). Ability to assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.Job LocationThe Valley Hospital-ParamusShiftDay (United States of America)BenefitsMedical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit PlansSupplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended IllnessRetirement PlanTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership DiscountDay Care Discounts for Various Daycare FacilitiesSalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $22.99 - $28.74 (per hour)EEO StatementValley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.