Certified Pharmacy Technician

Episcopal Health Services • Far Rockaway, NY

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About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, Pharmacy Supervisor, or staff pharmacists. The technician assists with compounding and dispensing medications and ordering drugs and other pharmaceutical supplies, following standard policies and procedures to fill written prescriptions issued by physicians, dentists, and other qualified licensed practitioners. This is a part-time position for 45 hours biweekly, with varying shifts and hours. Pay is $30.86–$35.74 per hour, depending on years of experience.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Technician Certification from an accredited program.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology and abbreviations.
• Computer literacy, specifically with pharmaceutical-related software.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review patient profiles for accuracy and completeness.
• Fill patient medication cassettes using Pharmacy Patient Profiles fill lists.
• Assemble medication orders and verify their completeness and accuracy.
• Enter orders into computerized patient profiles for review and approval.
• Maintain patient profiles by adjusting for discharges, admissions, transfers, and ADHOC charges.
• Transport medication carts to and from nursing units.
• Maintain inventory control.
• Perform other responsibilities as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED