Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the RGH Wilson Pharmacy location in Rochester, NY, working per diem with a Monday–Friday, 8:30a–5p schedule and no weekend shifts. Under pharmacist supervision, you will assist with medication orders, distribution, and restocking while delivering excellent patient service.

The role involves hands-on preparation, documentation in the EMR, and adherence to sterile/non-sterile compounding in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: None - willing to train.

Responsibilities

• Medication preparation and delivery: repackage medications and deliver to floors; prepare IV solutions under sterile conditions.
• Documentation & reporting: maintain concise patient care documentation in the EMR system and access data via the pharmacy information system.
• Maintenance & sterilization: clean repackaging equipment; prepare non-sterile formulations; ensure proper disposal and cleanliness.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy TechnicianLocation: RGH Wilson Pharmacy (1425 Portland Avenue, Building 1)Department: Outpatient Specialty PharmacyHours Per Week: Per DiemSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30a-5p – No weekendsSUMMARYAs a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organization skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensure quality patient care. Under pharmacist supervision, prepares medications orders, accurately delivers meds and restocks as necessary. Provides superior customer service by modeling the organizations values.RESPONSIBILITIESMedication Preparation & Delivery. Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual-size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditionsDocumentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent, and complete patient care documentation using the EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use the pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantitiesMaintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medicationREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:None - willing to train.REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent preferredExcellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients and visitors.1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail or healthcare setting.Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranEDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$18.50 - $20.50CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14621The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.