Pharmacy Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is hiring a Pharmacy Technician in Toms River, NJ. This position involves assisting in providing pharmaceutical services under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist and includes preparing and distributing medications for various patient age groups.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma, NJ Board of Pharmacy registration, and preferred prior pharmacy experience. Benefits include paid time off, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• NJ Board of Pharmacy registration in good standing required.
• Previous pharmacy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of pharmaceutical services under supervision.
• Prepare and distribute medications and products for patients.
• Use technology related to medication management.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

PTCB certification preferred

Tools

Automated dispensing cabinets

Repackaging software

Inventory carousels

Job description

Job Title

Pharmacy Technician

Location

Community Medical Center

Department

Pharmacy

Job Status

Hourly

Shift

Evening

Pay Range

$28.41 per hour

Job Overview

The Pharmacy Technician assists in the provision of pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of the Registered Pharmacist by performing the technical, clerical and manipulative tasks involved in preparing, and distributing medications and pharmaceutical products for all patient age groups including geriatrics, adult, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal populations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• NJ Board of Pharmacy registration in good standing required

Preferred:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
• PTCB certification preferred
• Pharmacy experience preferred

Scheduling Requirements

• Per-diem
• Evenings

Essential Functions

• Works with technology related to medication management including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory carousels, repackaging software, and EMR
• Assists in meeting the hospital mission and vision by promoting patient safety, formulary compliance, cost‑effective practice, teamwork, productivity, and positive patient outcomes
• Responsible for any other assigned tasks based on departmental need
• Promotes positive relations and actively contributes to a positive work environment
• Is proficient and complies with regulatory requirements
• Work performance shall conform to written established hospital policies and procedures
• Pharmacy technicians may be trained in aseptic technique for preparing IV solutions
• Responsible for identifying and reporting hazardous environments or safety issues and medical errors to appropriate personnel to support optimal patient care and employee safety

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!