Pharmacy Technician

Company Overview  Our client is a premier pharmacy partner for long-term-care communities that are committed to and prioritize patient care first.

They have transformed the conventional medication management process by being high-touch and patient-focused.

Their comprehensive technological solutions and breadth of pharmaceutical products allow the business to be creative in offering the right services that align with a myriad of customer needs.  Position Overview  Reporting to the Production Manager, the Pharmacy Production Technician plays a vital role in the accurate and efficient packaging and distribution of medications to patients.

This multifaceted role encompasses three key responsibilities :

• Filling Technician, Pre-packer, and Toter.   Location : Cherryhill, NJ  Schedule : Onsite Employment Type : Full-Time  Hourly Rate : $18.00 - $20.00 USD / Hour  Key Responsibilities  Print medication labels accurately and ensure they correspond with the prescriptions.   Hand-pack medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.   Submit packed medications to pharmacists for verification and quality assurance.   Maintain organized workstations and restock supplies for the upcoming shifts.   Achieve production targets by efficiently packing blister cards, aiming to pack 35 blister cards per hour, totaling up to 250 per day.   Review the day's forecast and anniversary lists to determine the medications to be packaged.   Utilize automation machinery to pack medications into sleeves designed to hold 7-30 days' worth of supplies.   Ensure accuracy and quality control during the automated packaging process.   Troubleshoot minor issues with the automation equipment and escalate problems as necessary.   Collaborate with the Filling Technicians and Pharmacists to ensure seamless coordination of medication packaging.   Verify the accuracy of medications before packaging for delivery.   Scan each medication item to ensure proper tracking within the system.   Place verified medications into appropriate facility receptacles according to delivery schedules.   Re-scan medications after placement to verify their correct location.   Safely and securely bag medications for delivery, maintaining the integrity of the packaging and preventing damage.   Physical Demands  The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.   The regular work schedule for this position is approximately 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) and may require additional hours / overtime as necessary.
• Must regularly lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus, and Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, bend, and walk.   Qualifications  High School Diploma or GED; State license to handle medication, Pharmacy Technician Certification; or 1-3 years of pharmacy experience; or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
• CPHT certification preferred.    Intermediate proficiency with Pharmacy and medication distribution software.
• Experience with long term care pharmacy software preferred.   Ability to read and interpret documents such as medication documentation, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and business correspondence; ability to speak effectively, both in person and by telephone, to customers or employees of the organization.   Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; ability to understand and interpret statistical reports, data charts and graphs.   Compensation The published salary range is used as a guide to provide prospective candidates with a level of compensation that is competitive with today’s market.
• The salary range for this position is a good faith estimate that allows for flexibility to align with various levels of experience, education, and performance.   EEO Statement   Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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