Job Description
Pharmacy Technician
Albany, NY
Join our TEAM!
Are you passionate about healthcare and making a difference in people's lives? We're seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented pharmacy technician to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists pharmacists in accurately filling prescriptions and preparing medication for dispensing.
- Performs designated technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of medications, including sterile admixtures.
- Performs designated tasks regarding pharmacy quality control, management of pharmacy records, inventory control and preparation of orders for drugs.
- Provides excellent customer service by addressing patient inquiries and concerns with professionalism and compassion.
Minimum Qualifications:
· High school diploma (approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician program)
· A minimum of one year experience in the aseptic preparation of large/small volume parenteral(s), parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, and chemotherapy
· Knowledge of basic drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
· Must be able to work effectively with others
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Good organizational and time-management skills
· Dependable in attendance and job performance
Work Environment:
· Primarily office and/or pharmacy work
· Occasional travel in the community at large
· May participate in community and/or referral presentations
· Hours not limited to 8:30-5:00
Special Physical Demands:
· Near visual acuity required
· Measuring and mixing in a confined space
· Receipt and stocking of products/medications will involve lifting
· Must be capable of inputting data on a keyboard
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Regular Full-Time 8-hour shift
Shift availability:
- Day Shift
Experience:
- Certified Pharmacy technician experience (Preferred)
Work Location: Albany