Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Trinity Health; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Retirement savings with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Life and AD&D insurance

Well-being program

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England's Saint Francis Hospital in New Britain is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists and maintain Pyxis stock, including neonatal liquids and extemporaneous products.

The role includes dispensing assistance, stock checks, nurse support, and record-keeping, with emphasis on storage and expiration date compliance. CT registration is required; IV/compounding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CT registration as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• PTCB certification within 1 year of hire preferred for Technician I/II.
• IV and compounding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with dispensing duties and deliveries.
• Troubleshoot Pyxis questions and perform drawer maintenance with nurses.
• Inspect units for proper drug storage, expiration dates, and reliability.
• Maintain records of orders and track productivity metrics.

Skills

Pharmacy support

Stock management

Patient care

Coordination with nurses

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CT Pharmacy Technician registration

Tools

Pyxis system

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose

Supports pharmacists in all aspects of pharmacy activities. This includes maintaining Pyxis stock levels by loading and refilling medications including narcotics for all in-patients. Prepares and compounds neonatal oral liquids, and other extemporaneous products. Packages and distributes drugs and sterile products.

What you will do

• Perform general pharmacy duties by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing duties including deliveries, checking stock levels and picking medications.
• Answer telephones, assist nurses trouble-shooting Pyxis questions and drawer maintenance
• Inspect assigned nursing units for proper drug storage, stability and expiration dates as well as maintaining proper drug reliability in the pharmacy
• Maintain records of orders, processes patient charges and collects productivity statistics

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a hospital-based, community college or military technician training program preferable.
• Previous experience strongly preferred; IV and compounding experience preferred
• Current state (CT) registration as a Pharmacy Technician is required

• Pharmacy Technician I: PTCB National certification as a Pharmacy Technician is required within 1 year of hire
• Pharmacy Technician II: PTCB National certification as a Pharmacy Technician is required

Position Highlights

• Full time, shift and weekend differentials will apply

Compensation and Benefits

AtTrinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $20.25 - $27.00 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

For full-time our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.