Pharmacy Technician

PRH, Inc; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health’s Outpatient Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support medication preparation, dosing, documentation, and patient care within Unity Hospital’s Park Ridge Apothecary. The role involves delivering medications, handling IV and non-sterile compounding, and using EMR and pharmacy systems.

Required is National Pharmacy Certification within 18 months of hire; company offers training and a supportive team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• National Pharmacy Certification within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Medication preparation and delivery.
• Repackaging bulk medication into individual packages for orders.
• Deliver medications to floors in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare IV solutions and non-sterile compounding with proper documentation.
• Document patient care clearly in EMR.
• Use pharmacy information system to run reports and access data.
• Receive and store supplies and verify quantities.
• Maintain and sterilize equipment and work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical/retail/healthcare experience

Job description

SUMMARY

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

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 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. 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.

Pay Range

$18.50 - $20.50 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14626 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer.

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.

About Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.