Pharmacy Technician - Hospital Inpatient PD

Trinity Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Shift differentials

Job summary

Johnson Memorial Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists across all activities, including ADM stock management and dispensing. Responsibilities include loading ADMs, answering nurses’ questions, and preparing sterile products under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, PTCB certification within 1 year, and CT registration or intern status. Per diem with shift differentials is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent; completion of a hospital-based, community college or military technician training program preferable.
• National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required within 1 year of hire.
• CT Pharmacy Technician state registration must be current; or registration as a Pharmacy Intern and enrolled in a school of pharmacy program.
• Hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automated dispensing machines (ADMs) stock levels by loading and refilling medications including narcotics for all in-patients.
• Answer telephones, assist nurses troubleshooting ADM questions and drawer maintenance.
• Dispense controlled drugs with supervision of a pharmacist to anesthetists, and for delivery to ADM machines; may include IV admixtures, solutions and other sterile products and chemotherapy.
• Inspect nursing units for proper drug storage, stability and expiration dates and maintain drug reliability in the pharmacy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospital-based, community college or military technician training program

Tools

PTCB certification

CT Pharmacy Technician registration

Job description

To support pharmacists in all aspects of pharmacy activities. This includes maintaining automated dispensing machines (ADMs) stock levels. Packages and distributes drugs and sterile products. Dispenses controlled drugs with supervision of a pharmacist to anesthetists, and for delivery to ADM machines.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

To support pharmacists in all aspects of pharmacy activities. This includes maintaining automated dispensing machines (ADMs) stock levels. Packages and distributes drugs and sterile products. Dispenses controlled drugs with supervision of a pharmacist to anesthetists, and for delivery to ADM machines.

What You Will Do

• Maintain automated dispensing machines (ADMs) stock levels by loading and refilling medications including narcotics for all in-patients
• Answer telephones, assist nurses trouble-shooting ADM questions and drawer maintenance
• Dispense controlled drugs with supervision of a pharmacist to anesthetists, and for delivery to ADM machines. May include but not limited to preparing IV admixtures, solutions, and other sterile products and chemotherapy
• Inspect assigned nursing units for proper drug storage, stability and expiration dates as well as maintaining proper drug reliability in the pharmacy

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent. Completion of a hospital-based, community college or military technician training program preferable
• National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)--if not already obtained-- is required within 1 year of Date of Hire
• CT Pharmacy Technician state registration must be current; or registration as a Pharmacy Intern and actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy program.
• Hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred

Position Highlights

• Per diem. Shift and weekend differentials apply

Compensation And Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $20.25 - $27.00 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

For Full-time Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.