Pharmacy Technician

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join its team. This role involves supporting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications, managing e-prescriptions, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy protocols. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Pharmacy Technician with strong organizational skills and a commitment to patient care. You will work in a dynamic environment with a focus on maintaining accurate records and managing inventory. This position offers a part-time or full-time schedule, providing flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about pharmacy and healthcare.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Loan Forgiveness

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Pharmacy Technician by NYSED.
• Experience with e-prescriptions and drug inventory management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and distributing medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Process e-prescriptions and maintain pharmacy records accurately.
• Monitor drug inventory and manage vaccine procurement.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician License

E-Prescription Processing

Inventory Management

Drug Procurement

Clerical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

OPUS

EPIC

Job description

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists in unit dose, outpatient prescriptions, and the preparation of drugs in accordance with established procedures as outlined in Part 29.7 of the pharmacy handbook. Performs related work such as procuring, storing, and distributing drugs.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Receives and processes error-free e-prescriptions in a timely manner, labels, and affixes.
2. Keys e-prescription data from a computer-generated file for pharmacist review.
3. Retrieves prescription data from a computer-generated e-file for review.
4. Handles 340B and GPO drug orders from vendors.
5. Prepares manual dispensing records for pharmacist approval.
6. Maintains and retrieves pharmacy records using automated (OPUS/EPIC) and manual systems.
7. Obtains drugs from stock and checks for expired medications.
8. Performs pharmacy-related clerical tasks by reconciling invoices.
9. Procures, sorts, stores, and distributes drugs with complete documentation.
10. Retrieves refill orders from telephone answering machines and patients.
11. Prepares orders from nursing units and off-site clinics.
12. Responsible for off-site medication orders and vaccine procurement and distribution.
13. Monitors VFC refrigerator, calibrates, and manages vaccine inventory.
14. Performs monthly unit inspections and in-house clinic inspections.
15. Reports to work on time daily to restock medications and documents daily temperature logs.
16. Lifts boxes up to 40-50 lbs to stock medications and returns to receiving.
17. Reports lateness to or calls the Director of Pharmacy.
18. Requests time off or vacation at least one month in advance with approved forms.
19. Documents all lateness on timesheets, reflects beginning and ending times.
20. Pharmacist and pharmacy technician on evening shift jointly close the pharmacy.
21. Reports issues during shifts to the pharmacist on duty.
22. Part-time weekly hours: up to 20; Full-time weekly hours: up to 37.5.
23. Adheres to age-specific competency requirements, controls substances schedules, and manages COVID-19 vaccine storage/distribution.
24. Maintains PPE protocols and PPE-zone security.
25. Schedules are planned 15 days in advance, involving Monday-Friday and Saturdays; closed Sundays and most holidays.
26. Vacation requests are to be made 30 days before schedule deadlines, on the 15th of each month.
27. Provides two references on letterhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Effective April 25, 2021, all new hires must be licensed as a Registered Pharmacy Technician by NYSED.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, retirement plans, loan forgiveness, paid holidays and vacation, and professional development opportunities.