Pharmacy Technician III

About the role

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every role contributes to something bigger: improving the lives of people facing cancer. As a Pharmacy Technician III, you will play an important part in ensuring patients receive medications safely, accurately, and on time. Working alongside licensed pharmacists, you will help prepare, compound, package, label, and distribute both hazardous and non-hazardous medications. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and takes pride in supporting exceptional patient care.

What You'll Do In This Role

• Assist pharmacists with preparing and dispensing medications for patients
• Compound, package, label, and distribute medications according to established standards
• Support the safe handling of both hazardous and non-hazardous pharmaceuticals
• Help maintain medication inventory and ensure adequate stock levels
• Aid with quality assurance and compliance activities to support patient safety
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Serve as a resource for pharmacy team members and perform responsibilities associated with Pharmacy Technician II and Pharmacy Assistant roles
• Contribute to a collaborative team focused on delivering outstanding care and service

What You'll Bring

Success in this role comes from a combination of technical skill, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping others. You May Be a Great Fit If You Have:

• Experience working in a pharmacy or healthcare setting
• Comfortable preparing and handling medications in accordance with safety guidelines
• A careful, accurate approach to your work
• The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Effective communication and enjoyment of working as part of a team
• An understanding of the importance of compliance, quality, and patient safety
• Dependability, organization, and commitment to providing excellent service

Why You'll Love Working Here

Roswell Park is more than a workplace—it's a community united by a shared mission to eliminate cancer's grip on humanity through innovation, compassion, and hope. When You Join Roswell Park, You'll Become Part Of A nationally recognized cancer center and one of the nation's leading institutions for cancer care, research, and education A mission-driven organization where every team member makes a meaningful impact on patients and families, A collaborative culture where employees are heard, respected, and valued An environment focused on innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth A team dedicated to bringing hope, healing, and breakthroughs to people affected by cancer every day [roswellpark.org] Join Our Team

Qualifications

• License/Certification Requirement: National Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or ExCPT from National Healthcareer Association (NHA) required. Registered Pharmacy Technician with NYS Office of the Professions, State Education Department.
• Education and Experience: High school diploma or High School Equivalency diploma and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time pharmacy assistant or pharmacy technician experience.
• Note: Incumbents must maintain the required New York State registration and national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) as a condition of continued employment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Hospital experience, experience with automation dispensing cabinets, and experience specifically with Pyxis.