Pharmacy Technician Certified

Hunterdon Health; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Flemington, NJ. The technician will support the Department of Pharmaceutical Services by preparing, dispensing, and distributing medications under a pharmacist's supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and a New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License. The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: One year hospital pharmacy or two years community retail pharmacy experience.
• Required: New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License and Certified Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepares medications doses under pharmacist supervision.
• Delivers and distributes medications.
• Provides inventory and clerical support.

Skills

Mathematical proficiency

Dexterity

Technical expertise for Automated Dispensing Cabinets

Competence in required computer programs

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASHP/ACPE Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program

Job description

Position Summary

Pharmacy technicians, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, are responsible for providing technical support for the Department of Pharmaceutical Services. They are responsible for labeling, preparing, dispensing, and distributing pharmaceutical products for all patient populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. This position may also provide operational support to the Hunterdon Regional Pharmacy as needed.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Prepares all medications doses in accordance with department policies in addition to state, and federal regulations, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist.
2. Prepares all parenteral products in accordance with department policies in addition to state, and federal regulations, under the direct supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist.
3. Delivers and distributes medications.
4. Provides inventory and clerical support.
5. Follows all departmental policies and procedures including IV cleanroom policies.
6. Provides operational support to the outpatient pharmacy.
7. Participates in other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• ASHP/ACPE Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program and/or Specialized IV Training

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation)

Required

• None

Preferred

• One year hospital pharmacy (including IV preparations) or two years community retail pharmacy.

License, Registry or Certification

Required

• New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License (should be registered with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of hire)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board)

Preferred

• None

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

Required

• Mathematical proficiency;
• Dexterity;
• Successful completion of written and hands on competencies;
• Technical expertise (site level) for Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) (e.g. PYXIS or Omnicell);
• Competence in required computer programs (clinical system, ADC, packaging, parenteral documentation).

Preferred

• MS Office proficient

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).