Registered Pharmacy Technician - Evening Shift - Includes Weekend Hours - Southampton Hospital

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Pharmacy Technician provides assistance to the Pharmacist regarding all aspects of routine and emergency drug acquisition, disposition, handling, storage, accountability, and administration, provides inventory replenishment to selected Article 28 sites which may include driving medications to these sites, and assists in training and supervision of departmental personnel.

JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for stock control in all areas of the pharmacy.  
• Driving medications to other Article 28 sites as needed. 
• Restock intravenous solutions in IV Room when needed. 
• Responsible for ordering pharmaceuticals and supplies as needed. 
• Thoroughly checks expiration dates of drugs in all areas of the pharmacy.  
• Shows competency in preparing LVP, PB, and TPN solutions under the supervision of the Pharmacist. 
• Completes departmental / unit inspections in a timely manner.  
• Shows competency in controlled substance procedures (C-2 Safe). 
• Assists in training of new personnel.  
• Demonstrates understanding of the institution's pharmaceutical waste program.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Current valid NY State Registered Pharmacy Technician license and registration
• Current valid Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Health career Association (NHA) Pharmacy Technician certification
• At least 1 year of previous related experience
• Computer literacy
• Ability to prioritize
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to assign and oversee tasks performed by Volunteers
• Valid NY State Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Prolonged standing/walking.
• Occasional lifting of supplies/equipment (up to 50lbs.)

As part of employment at Southampton Hospital, there may be occasions when travel to other locations is needed to support operational needs.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and related facilities.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services*

• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).