Outpatient Pharmacy Tech , per diem

UR Medicine Thompson Health; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UR Medicine Thompson Health is seeking a Pharmacy Assistant for per diem coverage with Saturday availability. The role involves preparing and distributing medications and performing clerical tasks under licensed supervision, in a health-system setting.

Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills are required, along with basic MS Word/Excel and familiarity with hospital information systems. High school diploma preferred; healthcare experience desirable.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective daily communication and information dissemination.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing assignments.
• Proactive problem solving and quality improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques for IV solutions preparation.
• Working knowledge of Hospital Information System (Pharmacy and B/AR) and MS Word/Excel.
• Customer service aligned with health system goals.

Responsibilities

• Assists in nonprofessional aspects of preparing and distributing medications and performs clerical duties.
• All medication-related duties are performed under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Hospital Information System

Job description

Schedule: Per diem, Saturday availability needed. 9am to 5pm ideal.

Pay Range: $19.48 -$24.00, based on experience.

Company Culture: Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience!

• Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service
• Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, Onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program, Access to Success Coach
• Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website

Main Function:

• Assists in the nonprofessional aspects of preparing and distributing medications & performs the clerical duties of the dept.
• All medication-associated duties are performed under the direct supervision of licensed personnel (Registered Pharmacists).

Required Job Specific Competencies:

• Demonstrates skill in daily communication including effectively gathering and disseminating information.
• Demonstrates flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments.
• Demonstrates skill on proactively resolving problems, recommending, and implementing continuous quality improvements.
• Demonstrates knowledge in aseptic techniques for the preparation of IV solutions.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Hospital’s Information System (Pharmacy and B/AR), as well as the ability to work in Microsoft’s Word and Excel.
• Provides customer service and support in a manner consistent with the health system’s goals and expectations

Qualifications:

• High School education with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Healthcare/pharmacy experience preferred but not required

Pay Range: $19.48 -$24.00

Starting Pay: Based on Experience

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply

Education

Required

High School or better.

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