Pharmacy Technician

Cooper Norcross University Hospital • Camden, NJ

10d • $18 - $29

About The Position

Accurately and promptly prepares and dispenses medications, including IV medications, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and in accordance with policy and regulations. Compounds IV medications in a cleanroom environment according to USP 797 standards. Maintains patient medication profiles, ensures medications are properly charged and delivered, and uses hospital information systems. The role also supports medication and supply operations by restocking automated dispensing devices and carousels, filling floor stock requisitions, inspecting for expired medications, processing wholesaler deliveries, and maintaining organized storage areas and appropriate replacement stock.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current New Jersey registration or eligibility for registration upon hire.
• Register with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy during the first 10 days of employment.
• Complete registration with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy and become an active registered Pharmacy Technician within 180 days of hire.
• Completion of basic pharmaceutical calculations.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification (PTCB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and promptly prepare and dispense medications, including IV medications, under direct pharmacist supervision and in accordance with policy and regulations.
• Compound IV medications in a cleanroom environment according to USP 797 standards.
• Maintain patient medication profiles and ensure medications are properly charged and delivered.
• Restock automated dispensing devices and carousels.
• Fill floor stock requisitions and complete expired medication inspections.
• Answer phones to assist with dispensing questions.
• Break down wholesaler orders, complete receipt documentation, and stock items in designated locations.
• Maintain organized storage areas and storerooms, and ensure replacement stock is ordered based on patient usage and par levels.
• Functionally use hospital information systems.

What This Job Offers

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