Pharmacy Technician in Lakewood, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000246895

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.41 - $28.41 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician provides essential support in pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. You will perform technical and clerical tasks involved in the preparation and distribution of medications for all patient age groups, ranging from neonatal to geriatric populations. This role is vital in ensuring safe medication management and promoting positive patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Current NJ Board of Pharmacy registration in good standing
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Proficiency in regulatory requirements and compliance with hospital policies

Preferred:

• PTCB certification
• Previous pharmacy experience
• Associate or Bachelor's degree

Scheduling Requirements

• Per Diem (Day)

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Registered Pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of medications, including aseptic technique for IV solutions.
• Operate medication management technology such as automated dispensing cabinets, inventory carousels, repackaging software, and the EMR.
• Strictly conform to all written hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards to ensure patient safety.
• Identify and report hazardous environments, safety issues, or medical errors to appropriate personnel.
• Support cost-effective practices and formulary compliance to optimize departmental productivity.
• Contribute to a positive work environment and professional staff relations to meet the hospital's mission.
• Execute additional assigned tasks or specialized projects based on departmental needs.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.