Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem - Behavioral Health

Hackensack Meridian Health; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Montgomery Township, New Jersey. You will assist pharmacists with medication orders and maintain drug supplies, ensuring efficient delivery to patient care areas. The role requires a High School diploma or GED, strong communication skills in English, and a valid New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License. Experience in a pharmacy setting is preferred. The working conditions require lifting and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Experience in pharmacy preferred, with at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist with medication order preparations.
• Maintain adequate drug supplies.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas.

Skills

Effective oral and written English communication

Strong ability to multitask

Cooperative teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

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
  • 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.