Pharmacy Tech I

Trinity Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Syracuse, NY seeks a Pharmacy Technician I–III to assist pharmacists in preparing medications for dispensing and to support automated systems. You will handle stock in automated cabinets, operate the pharmacy robot, perform IV preparation in a Class 10,000 clean room with a laminar hood, and conduct QA inspections across units.

This full-time role includes patient/customer service duties and processing requests by paper, electronic, or phone.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Pharmacy related or hospital clinical background preferred.
• Nationally certified pharmacy technicians preferred.
• Orientation and continuing education participation expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparing medications for dispensing.
• Double-checks by a registered pharmacist before dispensing.
• Run the pharmacy robot and maintain stock in automated cabinets.
• Draw up IV doses in a Class 10,000 clean room with laminar flow hood and aseptic technique.
• Perform stock QA inspections on nursing units.
• Deliver/pick rounds to units and departments; perform computer order entry.
• Handle paper, electronic, and phone requests for medications.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Aseptic technique

IV room handling

Education

High School diploma

Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

Pharmacy robot operation

Automated dispensing cabinets

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift: Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the pharmacist in preparing medications for dispensing. Does not dispense any medication that isn’t double checked by a registered pharmacist. Is directly responsible for running the pharmacy robot and maintaining stock in automated dispensing cabinets. Draws up doses in the IV class 10,000 clean room utilizing a class 100 laminar flow hood and aseptic technique. Performs pharmacy stock QA inspections on all nursing units. Makes delivery/pickup rounds to unit and departments and performs computer order entry functions. Completes other tasks as assigned by supervisors/pharmacists. Provides customer service by processing paper, electronic and phone requests for medications.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

High School diploma required. Some previous pharmacy related or hospital clinical background preferred. Preference will be given to nationally certified pharmacy technicians.

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Pharmacy Tech I : Less than one year of experience, or 1+ years of experience without a Pharmacy Technician certification

Pharmacy Tech ll: 1 year of experience and a Pharmacy Technician certification

Pharmacy Tech lll: 1 year of experience and a Pharmacy Technician certification, and a specialty area of assignment ( trainer, automation expert, etc)

MISSION STATEMENT

We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

VISION

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

CORE VALUES

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

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.

Pay Range based on location and experience $18.21-$23.82

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.