Pharmacy Technician - Hospital Inpatient PD

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

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England in Connecticut is seeking a per diem, part-time Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists with automated dispensing machines, stock management, drug distribution, IV admixtures, and sterile products under supervision.

Responsibilities include loading ADMs, answering calls, assisting nurses with ADM questions, dispensing controlled drugs, inspecting units for storage and expiration dates, and maintaining drug reliability.

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) 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

Responsibilities

• 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 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

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PTCB certification

CT Pharmacy Technician state registration or intern status

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

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.