Pharmacy Technician Certified Req #: 0000164175
Category: Pharmacy
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Evening
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Pharmacy
Location: Williamson Street, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician fills routine orders for unit doses and prepackaged pharmaceuticals, and performs routine duties.

The Pharmacy Technician is required to round on the nursing units, deliver medication, refill pyxis machines, and complete unit inspections as assigned.

The Pharmacy Technician also answers the phones and helps with inquires.

Qualifications:

Required:

HS Diploma or GED

Preferred:

Board of Pharmacy PTCB

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Registered with the State of New Jersey at time of hire; Certification approved by New Jersey

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, Monday-Friday 3-11PMRotating 3-11PM every other weekendRotating to cover the overnight shiftFT role, shift differentials for evening and night are provided

Essential Functions:

Answers telephone by the third ring Identifies self and department and asks to assist the callerTakes accurate complete messagesEnsures Customer SatisfactionMaintains cleanliness orderliness of the departmentFollows procedure for correcting problems with computers, fax machines, translogic and other automated devicesPerforms rounds for delivery of medications or ancillary products as assignedConducts Inventory ControlRestocks pharmacy dispensing area and suppliesReplenishes floor stock for patient care areas and ancillary departments as receivedProcesses emergency drug containersAccurately documents dispensing of controlled substances following department policyInspects all inventory for expiration dates and proper storageUnder direct supervision of pharmacist, aids in non-interpretive pharmacy functions such as counting packaging labeling and filling medication ordersFiles delivers charges and credits patient medications as assignedAids in non-interpretive admixture functions under the direct supervision of a pharmacistRoutinely and promptly expedites delivery of patient medication via translogicKnowledge of appropriate drug dosages for all age groups under direction of pharmacistCompletes medical healthcare error reportingEnsures safe storage and monitoring of use of narcoticsEnsures safe storage of paralytic agentsDouble checks system for IV admixturesConducts stocking and quality control for automatic dispensing machines

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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer