Pharmacy Tech I: Med Distribution & Inventory

Yale New Haven Health; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support medication distribution and inventory management across patient care areas. You will work with pharmacists to ensure safe, accurate dispensing and continuous supply of medications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6 months of healthcare/pharmacy experience, and active or soon-to-be PTCB certification, with strong customer service and math skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree desirable.
• 6 months pharmacy technician or healthcare experience required; hospital experience preferred.
• Active PTCB certification or within 12 months of hire.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations and comfort with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Distribute medications: pick, prepare, label and deliver to patient care units.
• Maintain medication inventory: rotate stock and remove expired meds per guidelines.
• Use bar-code scanning and automation for medication distribution.
• Assist pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care and addressing inquiries.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Technical proficiency

Pharmacy terminology

Education

High school diploma

Pharmacy technician training

Tools

EMR

ADS (Automated Dispensing System)

Inventory management software

Barcode labeling programs

RFID technology

Sterile product workflow manager

Job description

Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support medication distribution and inventory management across patient care areas. You will work with pharmacists to ensure safe, accurate dispensing and continuous supply of medications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6 months of healthcare/pharmacy experience, and active or soon-to-be PTCB certification, with strong customer service and math skills.