Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty-designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI surgery, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island. St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician preferred
- Current license as a registered pharmacy technician in New York State is required
- PTCB or NHA certification is required
Responsibilities
- Assists in the preparation, dispensing, and repackaging of medications
- Procure medications accurately according to dispensation indicators
- Prepackages and labels medications
- Maintain and replenish pharmacy automation systems
- Assists in the maintenance of dispensation records
- As directed by pharmacy management or designee, audit, review, file records of controlled substances, ensures compliance with regulations
- Advises nursing and pharmacy administrators of controlled substance discrepancies
- Assists in discrepancy resolution of controlled and non-controlled drugs
- Ensures proper storage of pharmacy inventory and supplies
- Issues controlled substances and prescription pads as per departmental policy under the direct supervision of a pharmacist
- Ensures appropriate inventory on hand at all times and maintains required inventory levels
- Obtains appropriate signatures when issuing/delivering controlled substances and prescription pads
- Conduct medication deliveries as required
- Performs related duties as required
- Maintain continuing education as required
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
