Pharmacy Technician

Jobtailor; Town of Dover (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in filling prescriptions, perform IV compounding, and prepare medications for dispensing at our facility in New York. The role involves inventory management, ordering, and patient communication, with adherence to pharmacy laws and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a PTCB certification, hospital pharmacy experience, and strong teamwork and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• PTCB certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Flexible working schedule.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders per State Boards.
• Perform IV compounding.
• Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Take inventory, order placement, stock shelves and remove outdated items.
• Enter patient data and prescription info into the pharmacy system.
• Maintain knowledge of and abide by pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Ensure orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist; document activity.

Skills

PTCB certification

IV Compounding

In-Patient Hospital Pharmacy

Pharmacy Information Management System

Verbal and Written Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Judgment

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers

Smart Phones

Tablets

Job description

• Work as needed during facility hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm


• Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy


• Perform IV compounding


• Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment


• Take inventory, place orders, check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves and remove out of date items


• Enter medical supply orders in the pharmacy system


• Handle doctor calls, faxes and medication deliveries


• Communicate with patients, clinics, care-givers and physicians in an amicable and professional manner


• Process returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction


• Input patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system


• Maintain knowledge of and abide by applicable pharmacy laws and regulations


• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy


• Ensure orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and record activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines


• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) Required


• High school degree or equivalent preferred


• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience highly preferred


• Flexibility in working schedule


• Ability to work well in a team


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Strong customer service skills


• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks


• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; ability to focus on tasks; ability to evaluate operating conditions; ability to exercise sound judgment


• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets


• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds


• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift


• Vendor Credentialing may be required


• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in pharmacy operations, including IV compounding, medication dispensing, and inventory management, while ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for effective interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)


• IV Compounding


• In-Patient Hospital Pharmacy Experience


• Pharmacy Information Management System


• Strong Verbal And Written Communication Skills

Hard Skills

• IV Compounding


• Medication Dispensing


• Inventory Management


• Data Entry


• Prescription Order Processing

Soft Skills

• Strong Customer Service Skills


• Ability To Work Well In A Team


• Strong Verbal And Written Communication Skills


• Ability To Manage Several Tasks At The Same Time


• Ability To Exercise Sound Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

Industry Keywords

• Pharmacy Laws And Regulations


• Medication Delivery


• Vendor Credentialing


• Pharmacy Operations

Tools & Technologies

• Pharmacy Information Management System


• Computers


• Smart Phones


• Tablets