Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy (Entry-Level, Great Growth Opportunities Available, Flexible Scheduling Options for Per-Diem Positions)

Glens Falls Hospital • Glens Falls, NY

13d • $17 - $26

About The Position

Assists the Pharmacists in the manufacturing and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and supports the delivery of pharmaceutical care by performing the following duties. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact Mission Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalence Certificate
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification (e.g.: CPhT or ExCPT) and New York State registration required with in 1 year of hire date (exceptions can be made for per diem employees)
• Language skills – A Pharmacy Technician needs basic communication skills such as the ability to read and interpret memos, operating instruction and procedure manuals. Also, a Pharmacy Technician needs to be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to peers, customers, supervisors and other employees.
• Data entry – A Pharmacy Technician must be able to perform accurate data entry, operate a computer and learn computer applications specific to the department.
• Mathematical skills – A Pharmacy Technician must be able to calculate doses using ratios, proportions and algebra.
• Fluent knowledge of medication brand and generic names required
• Must display the core values (CARES) of Glens Falls Hospital at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmacy Technician experience preferred
• Prior experience with Omnicell, Cerner, RX30 or other similar programs preferred.
• Understanding of medical terminology preferred.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office or other word processing software preferred.
• Proficiency in the technical skills used in pharmacy practice

Responsibilities

• Interpret computer generated fill lists and loads in conjunction with Carousel dispensing technology to provide the appropriate medication, dosage, form, strength, size, and quantity for distribution to designated automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) once work is verified by a Pharmacist.
• Assists the Pharmacist in the timely dispensing of STAT medications.
• Generate ADC product activity reports (e.g.: current orders, usage, etc.).
• Performs monthly inspections.
• Puts away daily orders.
• Refills and loads ADCs using computer generated fill lists and bar code scanning technology once a pharmacist verifies all fills. Refills all kits, both emergent and non-emergent

Benefits

• Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees