Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in New Jersey seeks a Pharmacy Technician who assists licensed pharmacists with their responsibilities. This role includes preparing medication orders, maintaining drug supplies, and ensuring proper delivery to patient care areas. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, valid pharmacy technician registration, and possess strong multitasking and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Effective communication skills required.
• Strong multitasking ability essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective oral and written English communication

Strong ability to multitask

Cooperation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we 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.

*Per diem hours will be assigned as needed by department, but candidates should be available day or evening (3pm-11:30pm).

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

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

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

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

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Valid New Jersey Pharmacy Technician registration or 180 day waiver.
2. PTCB or ExCPT Certification Required within 6 months of start of employment with the following exceptions:
Hired prior to January 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.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!