Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000251786

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 storage and control, dispensing, preparing, and distributing all medications and pharmaceutical products for all patient age groups includes geriatrics, adult, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited training program or two years’ experience
• Registered by the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Per Diem
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Delivers drug orders and carts as prioritized by the pharmacist promptly
• Delivers controlled substances to patient care areas, assuring the appropriate procedures are followed
• Fills Pyxis fill list for electronic dispensing machines in patient care areas, delivering and placing medications into the machines according to procedure
• Demonstrates competency in aseptic technique and performs cleaning and compliance of documentation requirements for sterile compounding with departmental policy
• Document patient care activities in the form of interventions appropriately, according to the organization's policies and procedures
• Follows all procedures involved in the appropriate documentation of all documentation errors and meets the required minimum documentation per employment status
• Inspect floor stock storage locations for expired medications
• Removes and replaces outdated pharmacy products

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer