Pharmacy Technician

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,485 - 28,240; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician in Rochester, NY. This role involves medication preparation, documentation, and maintenance of sterile environments while providing quality patient care. No minimum qualifications required, but National Pharmacy Certification is a must within 18 months of hire.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in a clinical or healthcare setting and must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and communication skills. The pay range is $18.50 to $20.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting required.
• National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Willing to train - no minimum qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare medication orders accurately and timely.
• Ensure proper documentation using EMR system for patient care.
• Clean and maintain repackaging machine and prepare medications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

As a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organization skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensures quality patient care.

Job Title

Pharmacy Technician

Department

Outpatient Pharmacy

Location

Unity Hospital - Park Ridge Apothecary

Hours Per Week

40 hours/full time

Schedule

Monday thru Friday, day & evening shifts and occasional Saturday

Key Responsibilities

• Medication Preparation & Delivery. Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditions.
• Documentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantities.
• Maintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medication.

Preferred Skills

• One (1) year of work experience in a clinical, retail or healthcare setting required.
• Exceptional attention to detail, documentation skills and professional behavior.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• None - willing to train.

Required Licensure / Certification

• National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.
• If hired prior to November 1, 2020, National Pharmacy Certification is required by February 28, 2022.

Physical Requirements

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

Pay Range

$18.50 - $20.50

Location Details

City: Rochester
Postal Code: 14626

EEO Statement

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affinity Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Additional Information

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.