PD Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: PD Pharmacy Technician

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000255867

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.98 - $28.98 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician assists in the provision of pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of the Registered Pharmacist by performing the technical, clerical, and manipulative tasks involved in dispensing, preparing, and distributing all medications and pharmaceutical products for all patient age groups (including geriatrics, and adult).

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Previous hospital central experience is desirable
• Associates degree preferred
• Prior pharmacy experience preferred
• Prior experience with dispensing in an institutional environment preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• State of New Jersey Pharmacy Technician, CPhT preferred or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Coverage for day, evening and weekend shifts

Essential Functions:

• Assists in care and maintenance of departmental premises and equipment
• Communicates all discrepancies and information requested to a Registered Pharmacist
• Displays self initiative in anticipating and resolving daily work issues
• Files departmental records as appropriate
• Performs dosage calculations and labels appropriately
• Technician displays competency in maintaining, filing, troubleshooting, and running reports in Pyxis
• Under the direction of the Pharmacist, prepares medication for dispensing; maintains unit dose system; delivers drug orders; and maintains and demonstrates awareness of limitations of technicians
• Willingness and flexibility to work alternating and rotating work schedules on short notice
• Willingness to work with attention to detail with the realization that errors may have serious consequences.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer