Description
Job Title: Specialty Pharmacy Technician
Department: Pharmacy | Oncology
Location: Geneva Destination Campus
Hours Per Week: 40 Hours
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
SUMMARY:
The Pharmacy Technician - Specialist assists Pharmacists in pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and record keeping functions in the delivery of pharmaceutical supplies to patients of all ages in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The PhT Specialist works in a specialized area of Pharmacy (i.e. IV room, Narcotic Vault, or OR setting) and provides advanced knowledge and experience to that area of practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Medication Management. Properly operate the ADMs (Automatic Dispensing Machines); prepack bulk medication and repackage into individual size packaging; prepare all medications in a sterile and clean environment; fill and document patient orders; properly dispose of medication.
Documentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantities.
Maintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; 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.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 6 months of experience within a pharmacy service line
National Pharmacy Technician Certification
NYS Office Of Professions Registered Pharmacy Technician
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED
Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with inter- and intra-departmental staff, patients, and visitors
Pursuing additional certifications
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:
At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Benefits Effective Date of Hire
Tuition Assistance & Student
Employee Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program
Same Day Pay through Daily Pay
Pension Plan
Retirement Plan
Advancement Opportunities
Employee Discounts
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Registered Pharmacy Technician - NYS
- CPhT - Pharmacy Technician Certification - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
PAY RANGE: $19.75 - $25.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
