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DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Pharmacy TechnicianLocation: Unity HospitalDepartment: Inpatient PharmacyHours Per Week: 36 Hours, Full-timeSchedule: Nights 9p-7a & Rotating WeekendsSUMMARYAs a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensure quality patient care.RESPONSIBILITIESMedication Preparation & Delivery.
Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual-size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditionsDocumentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent, and complete patient care documentation using the EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use the pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantitiesMaintenance & Sterilization.
Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; perform non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams, and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medication REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:None - willing to train.REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent preferredExcellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.
Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation.
TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.PAY RANGE: $18.50 - $20.50 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.