Full-Time Hospital Pharmacy Tech – Day Shift & Growth

St. Peter's Health Partners, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Hospital, part of St. Peter's Health Partners, Inc., is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for a full-time day shift. The role focuses on medication distribution, inventory management, and collaboration with the pharmacy team to ensure timely dosing and patient safety.

Responsibilities include processing missing dose requests, IV bag allocations, and maintaining orderly med rooms. NY registration and PTCB/NHA certification are preferred, with additional health-care experience valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• National certification by PTCB or NHA preferred.
• New York State Pharmacy Technician Registration preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Two years pharmacy and computer experience preferred.
• Relevant health care related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications and manage distribution for assigned units.
• Process missing dose requests and IV bag allocations.
• Morning (24hr) patient specific distribution.
• Maintain clean med rooms and organize refrigerators.
• Monitor Pyxis/drawer functionality and report discrepancies.
• Liaise with pharmacy for missing doses and medication issues.
• Handle incoming calls and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Conduct daily narcotic inventory and safe-keeping.

Skills

Communication skills

Pharmacy experience

Computer experience

Pharmacy technician registration

Education

High School Diploma

PTCB/NHA certification

New York State Pharmacy Technician Registration

Job description

St. Peter's Hospital, part of St. Peter's Health Partners, Inc., is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for a full-time day shift. The role focuses on medication distribution, inventory management, and collaboration with the pharmacy team to ensure timely dosing and patient safety.

Responsibilities include processing missing dose requests, IV bag allocations, and maintaining orderly med rooms. NY registration and PTCB/NHA certification are preferred, with additional health-care experience valued.