Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Full-Time - Days/Evenings Flex

About Cayuga HealthCayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.Learn more at .Roles and Responsibilities:Procures and distributes medications per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures and protocols.Replenishes medications in automated dispensing units and emergency drug containers; rotates and manages stock before expiration date; generates reports, pick lists, and labels as required.Prepares intravenous admixtures and other sterile preparations (including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition) safely and accurately using appropriate techniques.Complies with sterile compounding regulations and practices.Restocks medication and IV room areas accurately and in a timely manner.Repackages bulk medications in unit-dose packages safely and accurately per established procedures using appropriate techniques.Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing medications and supplies in appropriate locations.Completes and documents all assigned medication storage areas inspections at least monthly; identifies and replaces outdated and unusable medications.Maintains logs, records, pricing updates, and other required documentation accurately; files documentation in appropriate locations.Keeps pharmacy neat, clean, and well-organized; performs IV room terminal cleans; keeps pharmacy equipment clean.Answers phones and window and makes stat deliveries to patient care and ancillary areas when requested.Is flexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities not noted above.Required Skills and Experience:Education: High School diploma/equivalent.Experience - 2-3 years pharmacy technician experience preferred, but not required. Must be at least 18 years old.Certification and Licensure - Must attain New York State licensure for Registered Pharmacy Technicians within the introductory period as this is a condition of hire.Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician Certification (CSPT) or Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT-Adv) is preferred but not required.P referred Skills and Experience:Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferredGood written and oral communication skills preferred.Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.Physical Requirements:Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard)May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.), including boxes, equipment, unit-dose cassettes, and IV solutionsStooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers)Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessaryMust be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.Location and Travel Requirements:Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Dr, Ithaca, NY 14850Shift: Full-Time - Days/Evenings, Flex. Anticipated schedule will be assigned during our operational hours of M-F: 7a-3p, 7:30a-3:30p, or 2p-10p. Rotating weekends Sa/Su: 7a-3p or 2p-10p.0%-5% Travel can be expected in this rolePay Range Disclosure:Non-Certified: Standard Rate of $18.23 to $23.04 per hour plus benefitsCertified: Standard Rate of $19.00 to $24.00 per hour plus benefitsCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr Cayuga Medical Center