Pharmacy Technician I, Certified Full time Evening shift

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pharmacy technician to support pharmaceutical preparation and distribution. This role involves performing technical services in various patient care areas, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and collaborating with health-system staff. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, pharmacy technician certification, and a keen attention to detail. Join a team committed to providing exceptional care to patients of all ages in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Two to three years pharmacy technician experience preferred.
• Ability to assist in meeting pharmaceutical care needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in pharmaceutical preparation and distribution.
• Perform technical pharmacy services in patient care areas.

Skills

Pharmacy technician registration

Pharmacy technician certification

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to handle interruptions

Education

High School diploma

College courses

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

To assist the pharmacist in pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and record-keeping functions of pharmaceutical supplies, and perform a variety of technical pharmacy services in the Department, designated satellites, and patient care areas.

EDUCATION:

High School diploma or equivalent. College courses preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Two to three years pharmacy technician experience preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Must possess or be eligible for pharmacy technician registration.
• Pharmacy technician certification required.
• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods.
• Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Ability to set priorities and solve problems.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency requests.
• Effective communication skills (orally and in writing).
• Ability to assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, hereditary traits, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, military service, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable laws. This applies to all employment areas including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, termination, benefits, and privileges.