Specialty Pharmacy Technician

315 Genesee Region Home Care Association Inc; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician for the Infusion Pharmacy team in Rochester, NY. You will assist Pharmacists with preparation, distribution, and recordkeeping for medications delivered to patients, in specialized areas such as IV, Narcotics, or OR settings.

The role requires at least 6 months of pharmacy service experience, valid national certification, and NYS Pharmacy Technician registration; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience within pharmacy service line.
• Required Licensure/Certification: National Pharmacy Technician Certification and NYS OOP Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Reference to deadlines for registration if hired on/before Dec 5, 2021 is noted in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Answers and triages telephone calls, referring drug information questions to the Pharmacist.
• Operates computerized data systems.
• Fills and documents medication orders in accordance with policies.
• Advance role in inventory control including ordering, stock rotation, and return of outdated medications.
• Prepares and delivers unit dose medications.
• Follows procedures to prepare compounds (solutions, creams, oral syringes, etc.).
• Manages preparation and delivery in OR/Narcotic/IV room settings.
• Participates in process improvement and safety initiatives and suggests policy improvements.
• Troubleshoots scheduling issues with RPh and supports issue resolution.
• May transport medications and assume lead in Purchasing functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Communication skills

Certification pursuit

Education

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

NYS Registered Pharmacy Technician

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Department

Infusion Pharmacy

Location

Rochester Regional Health Home Infusion Pharmacy (2975 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road, Bldg. 200, Suite 230) Rochester, NY 14623

Hours Per Week

Full-time

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:30a-5p

Summary

The Pharmacy Technician - Specialist assists Pharmacists with pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and recordkeeping functions in the delivery of pharmaceutical supplies to patients of all ages, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The PhT Specialist works in a specialized area of Pharmacy (i.e. IV room, Narcotic Vault, or OR setting) and provides advanced knowledge and experience to that area of practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Answers and triages telephone calls, referring any drug information questions to the Pharmacist
• Operates computerized data systems.
• Fills and documents medication orders in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Take an advanced role in inventory control including ordering, stock rotation, and return of outdated medications.
• Prepares and delivers unit dose medications.
• Follows written procedures to manufacture compounds (solutions, creams, oral syringes, etc.)
• Manage preparation and delivery of medication primarily in an OR, Narcotic, or IV room setting.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives, safety initiatives and/or helps to identify methods/ideas to improve upon current policies.
• Troubleshoots and repairs ADMs During evenings, overnights and weekend/holidays, problem solve any scheduling issues for that shift and works with RPh to problem solve any other issues that arise during the shift
• May be asked to transport medications.
• May be expected to assume lead in all Purchasing functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with inter- and intra-departmental staff, patients, and visitors
• Pursuing additional certifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience within pharmacy service line.
• Required Licensure/Certification Skills National Pharmacy Technician Certification. If hired on or before December 5, 2021 must register by Feb. 28, 2022. NYS OOP Registered Pharmacy Technician. If hired on or before December 5, 2021 must register by June 30, 2022.

#RRHAlliedHealth26 EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. 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

$20.00 - $25.00

City

Rochester

Postal Code

14623

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

About Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.