Pharmacy Technician - Full Time

Rochester Regional Health

4d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensure quality patient care. This is a full-time position within the Inpatient Pharmacy department at Rochester General Hospital.

Requirements

• National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.
• 1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.
• If hired before November 1, 2020, initial National Pharmacy Certification exam must be taken by November 1, 2021.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual-size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditions
• Ensure concise, pertinent, and complete patient care documentation using the EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use the pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantities
• Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; perform non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams, and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medication

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED