Pharmacy Technician - Full Time

Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Inpatient Pharmacy. This full-time role covers Day/Evening schedules with weekend rotations, supporting medication preparation and delivery across floors.

You will work with EMR and pharmacy information systems to document patient care, perform repackaging, non-sterile compounding, and assist with intravenous solutions under sterile conditions. Training is provided for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; willing to train.
• National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Excellent communication with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.
• 1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medications; repackaging bulk meds.
• Document patient care using EMR and pharmacy systems.
• Maintain cleanliness of repackaging equipment; sterile/non-sterile compounding.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

National Pharmacy Certification

Tools

EMR system

Pharmacy software

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy TechnicianLocation: Rochester General HospitalDepartment: Inpatient PharmacyHours Per Week: Full-TimeSchedule: Day/Evening & Weekend RotationsSUMMARYAs a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensure quality patient care.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 conditionsDocumentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent, and complete patient care documentation using the EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use the pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantitiesMaintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; perform 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 medicationREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:None - willing to train.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent preferredExcellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.If hired before November 1, 2020, initial National Pharmacy Certification exam must be taken by November 1, 2021.Required Licensure/Certification:National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.EDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.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 - $20.50CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14621The 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.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.