Pharmacy Technician (LJ)

Northwell Health; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in medication preparation and dispensing. The role involves maintaining records, managing inventory, and supporting pharmacists in various tasks. Candidates should have a Pharmacy Technician certification and relevant experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years hospital pharmacy experience with a computerized system preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medication.
• Maintain records and reports related to medications.
• Manage inventory at workstations.

Skills

Ability to learn computerized hospital pharmacy systems

Education

Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification

Current NYS registered pharmacy technician license

Job description

Join to apply for the Pharmacy Technician (LJ) role at Northwell Health

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by Northwell Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $32.00/hr

Job Description

Assists in the preparation, dispensing, manufacturing and repackaging of medications. Assists in maintaining records and reports. Maintains sufficient inventories at workstations.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist Registered Pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medication, including filling, packaging, labeling, and stocking unit dose carts; delivering to nursing units; filling bottles; labeling containers; assisting in sterile techniques for injectable prescriptions; preparing IV additives; filling inpatient medication orders; extemporaneous medication packaging.
2. Maintain records and reports related to medications, including IV records, inpatient medication records, extemporaneous medications, and medication orders entered into the computer.
3. Manage inventory at workstations by transporting pharmacy materials, maintaining stock records, and ensuring sufficient supplies for pharmacy operations.
4. Perform related duties as required.

Job Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Pharmacy Technician Training Program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience.
• Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification, required if hired on/after 12/01/18.
• Current NYS registered pharmacy technician license, required if hired on/after 4/25/21.
• Minimum two years hospital pharmacy experience with a computerized system preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, if applicable.
• Ability to learn computerized hospital pharmacy systems.

Additional Salary Details

The listed salary range is a good faith estimate and may be modified based on various factors such as location, experience, education, and internal policies.

Employment Details

• Full-time employment
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care