Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Come join our Pharmacy team at Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England!

Position Purpose

Supports pharmacists in all aspects of pharmacy activities. This includes maintaining Pyxis stock levels by loading and refilling medications including narcotics for all in-patients. Prepares and compounds neonatal oral liquids, and other extemporaneous products. Packages and distributes drugs and sterile products.

What you will do

• Perform general pharmacy duties by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing duties including deliveries, checking stock levels and picking medications.
• Answer telephones, assist nurses trouble-shooting Pyxis questions and drawer maintenance
• Inspect assigned nursing units for proper drug storage, stability and expiration dates as well as maintaining proper drug reliability in the pharmacy
• Maintain records of orders, processes patient charges and collects productivity statistics

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a hospital-based, community college or military technician training program preferable.
• Previous experience strongly preferred; IV and compounding experience preferred
• Current state (CT) registration as a Pharmacy Technician is required
• Pharmacy Technician I: PTCB National certification as a Pharmacy Technician is required within 1 year of hire
• Pharmacy Technician II: PTCB National certification as a Pharmacy Technician is required

Position Highlights and Benefits

• per diem, shift and weekend differentials will apply

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment.   We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.