Pharmacy Tech III

Trinity Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in medication preparation and processing requests from paper, electronic, and phone channels. The role involves stocking automated cabinets, operating the pharmacy robot, and ensuring aseptic IV preparation in a controlled clean room.

Education includes a high school diploma; preference for tech certification and hospital experience. Salary is based on experience and location, with FLSA exempt positioning variations by

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Some previous pharmacy related or hospital clinical background preferred.
• Preference for nationally certified pharmacy technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparing medications for dispensing.
• Maintain stock in automated dispensing cabinets and run the pharmacy robot.
• Draw up doses in the IV class 10,000 clean room with aseptic technique; unit rounds and order processing.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Pharmacy Technician certification

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

• 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 e

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.