Pharmacy Technician III

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,382 - 55,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary starting at $50,425

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is looking for a Pharmacy Technician III in Buffalo, NY. In this full-time position, you will assist licensed pharmacists in preparing and delivering medications to patients, ensuring quality and compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, national certification, and a detail-oriented mindset. You'll work in a supportive team environment, contributing to patient care at one of the nation’s leading cancer centers.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a pharmacy or healthcare setting required.
• Must communicate clearly and professionally.
• Ability to follow processes and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compound, package, and label medications under supervision.
• Assist with dispensing medications for patient prescriptions.
• Maintain inventory ensuring medications are stocked appropriately.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Accuracy

Education

High School Diploma

National Certification as Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Title: Pharmacy Technician III

Job Type: Regular

Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department: Pharmacy

Time Type: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40

FTE: 1

Shift: Second Shift (United States of America)

Summary

As a Pharmacy Technician, you play an important part in safely delivering medications to patients who need them. You'll work closely with licensed pharmacists to prepare, package, and distribute medications—both routine and specialized—helping ensure every patient receives the right treatment at the right time.

This role is a great fit for someone who is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and takes pride in supporting high-quality patient care behind the scenes.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, compound, package, and label medications under pharmacist supervision
• Assist with dispensing medications for patient prescriptions and treatment orders
• Handle both hazardous and non-hazardous medications with care and accuracy
• Support medication distribution across the organization
• Help maintain inventory, ensuring medications are stocked and stored properly
• Follow quality, safety, and compliance standards set by state and federal regulations
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient pharmacy workspace
• Provide guidance and support to Pharmacy Assistants and team members when needed

What You'll Bring

• Have experience working in a pharmacy or healthcare setting
• Are highly detail-oriented and focused on accuracy
• Can follow processes and safety guidelines carefully
• Work well both independently and as part of a team
• Stay organized and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Are eager to learn and grow within the pharmacy field

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park, your work truly makes a difference. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization focused on improving lives through care, compassion, and innovation.

• Meaningful work—Support patient care at one of the nation’s leading cancer centers
• Supportive team environment—Collaborate with experienced professionals who value your contributions
• Opportunities to grow—Build your skills and advance your career in healthcare
• Comprehensive benefits—Competitive salary starting at $50,425, plus a full benefits package
• Purpose-driven culture—Be part of an organization committed to research, education, and exceptional care

Qualifications

License/Certification Requirement

• National Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or ExCPT from National Healthcareer Association (NHA) required.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with NYS Office of the Professions, State Education Department.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of one (1) year of full‑time pharmacy assistant or pharmacy technician experience.

NOTE:

• Incumbents must maintain the required New York State registration and national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) as a condition of continued employment.
• Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy–related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].