Specialty Pharmacy Technician-White Plains, New York
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is hiring a full-time Specialty Pharmacy Technician at 1129 Westchester Ave, White Plains, NY. Under pharmacist supervision, the technician performs non-clinical pharmacy operations in accordance with state and federal law and hospital policies. The role provides service to patients and hospital staff and supports the safe, compliant handling, billing, storage, dispensing, documentation, auditing, and licensure requirements for specialty medications, including limited distribution drugs (LDDs). The position involves rotating shifts and on-site work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- New York State Pharmacy Technician License.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Minimum of one year of pharmacy experience.
Nice To Haves
- Specialty or retail pharmacy experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent service to patients and hospital staff.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements, including procedures for billing, storing and dispensing prescriptions, records, documentation and compliance, audits, and licensure.
- Ensure compliance with handling requirements for specialty drugs, including limited distribution drugs (LDDs).
- Perform duties assigned by pharmacy management, including using pharmacy systems, filling and compounding prescriptions, and maintaining workflow.
- Immediately report quality events to the pharmacist on duty and follow hospital Quality Improvement Program policies and procedures.
- Register sales through the point-of-sale terminal and process required tenders.
- Interact with cross-functional hospital teams and escalate clinic concerns to a pharmacist as needed.
- Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing pharmaceuticals.
- Bring ordering discretion matters to management's immediate attention.
- Work with management to maintain relationships with internal and external partners, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
- Keep the pharmacy stocked with adequate supplies and ensure it is clean, neat, and organized.
- Pack and ship medications according to department procedures.
- Answer questions and assist patients and other professionals.
- Assist with department and enterprise projects and initiatives.
- Perform other special projects and duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
