Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000269652

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.98 - $28.98 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.

Pharmacy Technician – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Pharmacy Technician plays a critical role in supporting safe and efficient pharmaceutical services. Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, they are responsible for preparing, dispensing, storing, and distributing medications and pharmaceutical products for patients of all ages. They ensure compliance with established hospital policies and procedures while supporting medication safety and the daily operations of the Pharmacy Department.

A typical day for a Pharmacy Technician may include:

• Prepares, distributes, and delivers medication orders and medication carts to patient care areas according to pharmacist priorities
• Delivers controlled substances to patient care areas while ensuring all required procedures are followed
• Fills and replenishes automated dispensing machines, including Pyxis systems, according to departmental procedures
• Performs sterile and non-sterile compounding while following established safety protocols and departmental policies
• Demonstrates competency in aseptic technique, sterile compounding documentation, and cleaning requirements
• Prepares non-sterile compounded medications and individualized doses for pediatric patients
• Documents medication interventions and reports medication errors according to organizational policies and procedures
• Inspects medication storage areas for expired products and removes and replaces outdated medications
• Assists pharmacists with restocking emergency medication trays for patient care areas
• Maintains knowledge of changing policies, procedures, and departmental requirements
• Maintains the confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient and associate information
• Participates in ongoing education and training related to medication safety, infection control, and departmental procedures
• Answers telephone calls professionally and maintains courteous communication with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals

This role might be for you if:

• Attention to detail and accuracy guide how you handle, prepare, and distribute medications
• Patient safety and following established procedures are your top priorities
• You remain organized and adaptable while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment
• You understand the importance of confidentiality, proper documentation, and medication safety
• You enjoy working collaboratively with pharmacists, colleagues, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Continuous learning and maintaining knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures motivate you
• Professionalism, dependability, and courteous communication define your approach to patient care and teamwork

To be considered for this Pharmacy Technician opportunity:

• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician training program or a minimum of two years of experience
• Registration with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification preferred