Pharmacy Technician - Evenings 3:45pm - 12am
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician supports safe, accurate, and efficient medication delivery throughout the hospital. Working under the direct supervision of a staff pharmacist or pharmacy supervisor, the technician supports pharmaceutical care for patients ranging from infants and children to adults and older adults. The role contributes to the hospital’s commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate, patient-focused care. Responsibilities include preparing and distributing medications, assisting with sterile and non-sterile compounding, managing pharmacy inventory and supplies, maintaining compliant workspaces, and collaborating with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The position is a regular full-time evening role, with a listed shift of 3:45 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Requirements
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification.
- At least one year of prior hospital pharmacy experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in supply management and basic arithmetic.
- Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Registration with New York State as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
- Experience in sterile compounding or IV admixture preparation.
- Familiarity with pharmacy automation and medication distribution systems.
Responsibilities
- Fill and label routine medication orders, unit doses, and prepackaged pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Deliver medications promptly to perioperative and inpatient units.
- Assist with compounding, labeling, and preparing sterile and non-sterile products using aseptic technique and institutional standards.
- Follow hospital and regulatory policies for medication storage, handling, and documentation.
- Monitor stock levels in assigned unit-dose, IV admixture, outpatient, and floor-stock areas.
- Rotate inventory and promptly remove expired or damaged items.
- Support purchasing and inventory reconciliation to maintain adequate supplies.
- Maintain clean, organized, and compliant workspaces.
- Work with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support medication delivery.
- Participate in interdisciplinary initiatives to improve efficiency, safety, and patient outcomes.
- Follow quality assurance procedures and support patient safety through accurate, timely, and empathetic service.
Benefits
- Additional benefits consistent with the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
