Pharmacy Assistant Employee in Syracuse, New York at Crouse Hospital

Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. We’ve combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs.

Crouse’s Employee Pharmacy team is hiring a Pharmacy Assistant to assist the pharmacist in the activities related to medication order entry, processing, and delivery. Operates cash register competently and handles direct patient contact.

Pay Range: $20.66 - $30.72

Available Schedule(s): Per diem – scheduled as needed (department is open Monday-Friday)

Pharmacy Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assists in functions associated with filling outpatient prescriptions.
• Accurately enters medication information from the prescription into the computer. *Note: Pharmacist verification required
• Enters pertinent patient information (allergies, age) correctly.
• Accurately refills prescriptions when appropriate.
• Sets up medications to be checked and dispensed by the pharmacist at the dispensing counter. *Note: Pharmacist verification required.
• Bags prescriptions already verified by the pharmacist and places them in pick up area.
• Operates cash register accurately
• Evaluates stock status

Pharmacy Assistant Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year Pharmacy experience required.
• National Certification (CPhT) is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a departmentally administered math exam with a grade of 75%.

Benefits Overview:

• Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
• Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers.
• YMCA Subsidy program.