Pharmacy Technician - Evenings 3:45pm - 12am

Hospital for Special Surgery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Surgery is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to ensure safe, accurate medication delivery throughout the hospital. You will work under a pharmacist or supervisor, supporting pharmaceutical care for diverse patient populations, from infants to older adults.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and empathy, with opportunities to contribute to safety initiatives and cross-team collaboration in a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required.
• Minimum hospital pharmacy experience of 1 year.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent organizational and math skills; patient safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill and label routine medication orders under supervision.
• Deliver medications to perioperative and inpatient units timely.
• Assist in compounding and preparing sterile and non-sterile products.
• Maintain compliance with storage, handling and documentation policies.
• Monitor stock levels and rotate inventory to reduce waste.
• Support purchasing and inventory reconciliation across pharmacy areas.
• Maintain clean, compliant workspaces and collaborate with clinical staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Supply management

Arithmetic proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professional ethics

Education

CPhT certification

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Pharmacy automation systems

Sterile compounding equipment

Job description

How you move is why we're here.

Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do.

The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let's talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $36.24 - $37.37. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Overview

At HSS-the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health-our mission is to help people get back to what they need and love to do. Every team member contributes to this purpose, including those who support our clinical excellence behind the scenes.

The Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of medications throughout the hospital. Working under the direct supervision of a staff pharmacist or pharmacy supervisor, this role supports pharmaceutical care across a diverse patient population-including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. The Pharmacy Technician helps uphold HSS's unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately fill and label routine medication orders, unit doses, and prepackaged pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Ensure timely delivery of medications to perioperative and inpatient units, supporting continuity of care.
• Assist in compounding, labeling, and preparing sterile and non-sterile products as required, following aseptic technique and institutional standards.
• Maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory policies governing medication storage, handling, and documentation.
• Monitor stock levels in assigned areas (unit-dose, IV admixture, outpatient, and floor stock).
• Rotate inventory to ensure freshness and reduce waste; remove expired or damaged items promptly.
• Support purchasing and inventory reconciliation to maintain adequate supply levels across all pharmacy areas.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant workspaces in alignment with HSS standards of excellence.
• Work closely with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless medication support and delivery.
• Participate in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, safety, and patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and respect in every interaction-reflecting HSS's culture of teamwork and compassion.
• Contribute to the overall safety and well‑being of patients by adhering to quality assurance procedures.
• Support HSS's mission to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care through attention to accuracy, timeliness, and empathy in service delivery.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior hospital pharmacy experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supply management and basic arithmetic.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

Preferred

• Registration with New York State as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience in sterile compounding or IV admixture preparation.
• Familiarity with pharmacy automation and medication distribution systems.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

Our Commitment

At HSS, we recognize that excellence in patient care starts