Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy - Per Diem

Guthrie; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 24,355 - 36,162; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Corning is looking for a pharmacy technician responsible for assisting in the dispensing of medications and supplies from the outpatient pharmacy. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, and previous experience in a pharmacy setting. Responsibilities include assisting pharmacists, performing inventory functions, and delivering medications as needed. Pay ranges from $17.68 to $26.25 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is mandatory.
• Previous work experience as a pharmacy technician is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispensing and preparation of medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Collect and enter necessary patient data into the pharmacy computer system.
• Operate a vehicle for deliveries as needed.

Skills

Assist in dispensing medications

Patient data entry

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting in the dispensing of medications, supplies, and related items from the outpatient pharmacy department. Position will require assistance in all aspects of department activities. Position will require delivery of prescriptions to areas of hospital, attached or nearby clinics and other locations. Activities to be supervised and/or directed by a licensed pharmacist.

Education, License & Cert

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is required.

Experience

Previous work experience as a pharmacy technician in an outpatient/retail pharmacy is required.

Essential Functions

While under the supervision of a pharmacist, assist in the dispensing and preparation of medications, supplies, and related items according to department procedures and policies. Collects and enter necessary patient data into pharmacy computer system. Process and adjudicate prescriptions via computer system and review results for completeness and acceptability. Accurately count, pour, mix, and package/label medications. Collect signatures and payment for prescriptions and other items in and out of the pharmacy according to department procedures. Assist in performing inventory functions as directed by pharmacist. Assist pharmacist in all facets of regulatory compliance. Communicate to pharmacist all information necessary for an effective pharmacy operation.

Other Duties

Handle refill and information requests that do not require the professional expertise or judgement of a pharmacist. Deliver medications or related items to areas of the hospital, adjacent/nearby clinics, or patient homes. Operation of a Guthrie owned vehicle will be required for some deliveries. Place inventory orders and participate in all inventory control measures. Stock and maintain OTC, prescription, and other areas of the department. Support and promote department activities designed to improve patient care. Follow all State and Federal laws/regulations. Comply with all Guthrie and department policies and procedures. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $17.68 - $26.25/hour, DOE.