Pharmacy Specialist - Per Diem

About the role

This position supports pharmacy operations by assisting pharmacists in packaging, manufacturing, distribution, and inventory management of medications and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill unit dose medication cassettes, update patient medication records, and label medications with zero errors.
• Exchange, return, and restock medications, ensuring proper inventory levels and removal of expired drugs.
• Prepare sterile IV medications, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy products using aseptic techniques.
• Maintain detailed records of medication production, kit movements, and disposal of expired or contaminated drugs.
• Assist in bulk manufacturing, packaging, and compounding of medications, ensuring accuracy and sterility.
• Support ambulatory prescription filling, gather patient info, and ensure accurate data entry.
• Process claims, verify payments, and interact courteously with patients regarding prescriptions.
• Conduct inventory checks, receive drugs and supplies, and ensure proper storage and security.
• Maintain a clean, organized pharmacy environment and perform routine inspections.
• Provide excellent customer service at pharmacy windows, answer calls professionally, and support label and order filling tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified Pharmacy Technician with valid NYS license and registration
• PCTB Certification required

Skills

• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, inventory control, and pharmacy computer systems
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills