Pharmacy Technician I

Location: Buffalo General Medical Center
Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo
Work Type: Part-Time
Shift: Shift 2

Job Description

Summary: To assist the pharmacist in the dispensing and preparation of medications for patient use. All duties and responsibilities of Pharmacy Technicians will comply with New York State law and the rules and regulations as promulgated by the New York State Board of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I will work with various pharmacists who direct the daily work flow as needed to adjust to changes in the patient care workload.

Education And Credentials

High School Diploma or GED is required. Certified Pharmacy Technician required within 6 months of hire. Registered Pharmacy Technician within 9 months of hire. Pharmacy Intern/Residents required upon hire. The Registered Pharmacy Technician designation is required by the NYS Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education effective April 25, 2021. However, if the technician possesses a NYS Pharmacy intern permit, Certification and technician licensure is not required. Pharmacy Intern/Residents is equivalent to Registered Pharmacy Intern.

Experience

500 hours of pharmacy technician experience (within the past 5 years) OR completion of a nationally recognized pharmacy technician training program (ECC, BCAT, etc.) OR NYS Pharmacy Intern required.

Job Details

Department: BGMC Pharmacy
Standard Hours Per Week: 37.50
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
On Call Required: No
With Rotation: No
Scheduled Work Hours: 2p-10p; 3p-11p
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC
Requisition ID#: 797
Recruiter: Casey Calandra
Grade: T5
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $21.93 - $27.75

• Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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