Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists with medication order preparation, supply maintenance, and delivery to patient care areas. The role operates under supervision and requires accuracy and teamwork.

Qualified candidates hold a New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License and must obtain PTCB or ExCPT certification within 6 months, with some flexibility for those hired earlier. Day-to-day duties emphasize patient safety and efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Effective oral and written English communication.
• Strong ability to multitask.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication orders for review by the pharmacist.
• Maintain adequate drug supplies in filling areas.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas.

Skills

Oral and written English communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealthwe help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Pharmacy Technician functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and assists the pharmacist(s) with the completion of their responsibilities. This includes: the preparation of medication orders for review by the pharmacist; maintenance of adequate drug supplies in filling areas; and delivery of medications to patient care areas.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Effective oral and written English communication.
• Strong ability to multitask.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively with others.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• At least one year of pharmacy experience (outpatient or inpatient).

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Valid New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License.
• PTCB or ExCPT Certification Required within 6 months of start of employment with the following exceptions:
  Hired prior to July 2024 or
  Actively enrolled in ACPE accredited school of pharmacy / another allied health program

Working Conditions:

Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 4 hours a day.