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Pharmacy Technician

Posted: February 17, 2025
Salary:US$20.00 - US$22 per hour + See details in Job Description
Location:Metuchen
Job type: Contract
Discipline:Allied
Reference:239341_1739813755
Work Location:On-site

Job description

Job Title: Certified Pharmacy Technician

Job Location Details: Edison, New Jersey (Onsite)

Job Description:

Are you ready to give your career a boost by bringing your talents and expertise to some of the nation's top companies? At Medix, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for talent through our Healthcare, Scientific and Information Technology divisions. Our dedicated recruiters offer a personalized service to make sure we truly understand your employment needs.

The Pharmacy Technician will assist the Pharmacist with the input, filling, and dispensing of prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulatory standards. This position will involve performing various pharmacy functions, including prescription filling, IV compounding, customer service, inventory management, and other duties as required.

Responsibilities/ Job Duties:

  • Assist the Pharmacist with input, filling, and dispensing prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Perform filling and/or IV compounding of prescriptions with attention to detail and in a timely manner.
  • Follow all rules and regulations of regulatory entities when filling prescriptions.
  • Answer telephone calls, assist callers as appropriate, and refer to the Pharmacist when necessary.
  • Prepare medications for delivery to the facility according to the established delivery schedule.
  • Assist walk-in customers or direct them to the appropriate department.
  • Assist with the ordering of medications from wholesalers and manage inventory effectively.
  • Help with Medication Returns and E-Kit management.
  • Maintain a valid Pharmacy Technician License/Certification.
  • Comply with all Corporate Initiatives and utilize available tools and resources appropriately.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Pharmacist or management

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Prior experience as a Pharmacy Technician (open to various backgrounds).
  • Valid CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) license.
  • Proficiency in computer systems and technical aptitude, including the ability to use Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Ability to work a Full-Time schedule, including occasional weekend shifts.

Schedule/ Shift: M-F: 2:30pm to 11pm (and every other weekend)

Benefits:

  • Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)
  • Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)
  • 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Term Life Insurance Plan

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.