Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Kessler North (Saddlebrook) • Saddle Brook, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a per diem Pharmacy Technician for its inpatient rehabilitation hospital at 300 Market St, Saddle Brook, New Jersey. The schedule is per diem/PRN, with shift hours varying between 8 AM and 8 PM and including weekday and weekend shifts. Compensation is $26.00 per hour plus shift differential.

The Pharmacy Technician completes pharmacy tasks and services and is responsible for the pharmacy’s daily operations within established policies and guidelines. The technician works under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and may work independently, but does not provide direct patient care. The hospital provides an orientation program and describes potential advancement to full-time opportunities for employees who demonstrate their skills and dedication.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• State registration or eligibility as required.
• Current State Board of Pharmacy Registration Certificate as a Pharmacy Technician, as required by the state.
• Must be available to work six shifts per six-week schedule, including three weekend shifts on Saturdays or Sundays.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Complete pharmacy tasks and services and support daily pharmacy operations in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
• Pick up drug orders at nursing stations and prepare medications under the supervision of the pharmacist on shift.
• Deliver the appropriate quantities of medication to the correct patient areas.
• Assist with accurate billing and crediting of patient medications.
• Maintain pharmacy drugs in accordance with the Drug Formulary, including ordering, receiving, storing, and completing necessary paperwork.
• Monitor administered doses according to the Medication Administration Record on the narcotics sign-out record.
• Maintain forms and reports necessary for the control of narcotics and other controlled substances.

Benefits

• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan; part-time or per diem employees are eligible based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Orientation program to support a smooth transition into the setting.
• Potential opportunity for advancement to full-time employment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED