Pharmacy Aide: Essential Pharmacy Support & Dispatch

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thisiscny is seeking a Pharmacy Aide in Syracuse, New York for a full-time role under the State of New York. Duties include refilling dispensing cabinets, stocking and delivering medications, and supporting pharmacists with compounding supplies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant certification or training. Schedule follows a 37.5-hour work week with potential weekend work and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience assisting with filling medical prescriptions under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.
• PTCB certification or a certificate/diploma from an ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician program.

Responsibilities

• Refill automated dispensing cabinets and fill unit dose carts.
• Answer and screen telephone calls.
• Deliver pharmaceuticals to nursing units and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Replenish floor stock items and restock dispensing areas.
• Maintain and clean equipment used in Pharmacy and perform light housekeeping.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and perform physical tasks.

Education

High school diploma or GED

PTCB Certification

ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Technician training program certificate/diploma

Job description

Thisiscny is seeking a Pharmacy Aide in Syracuse, New York for a full-time role under the State of New York. Duties include refilling dispensing cabinets, stocking and delivering medications, and supporting pharmacists with compounding supplies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant certification or training. Schedule follows a 37.5-hour work week with potential weekend work and holiday coverage.