Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient - PTINAY


Healthcare - West NY - Ithaca, NY
Ithaca, New York
Locations: Ithaca, Auburn, Cortland, Syracuse
Posted On: July 09, 2025
Last Day to Apply: July 23, 2025
Pay: $35.00 to $37.00 per hour

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient
Location: Ithaca, NY
Duration: 13-Week Contract
Department: Pharmacy
Shift: Day (Monday–Friday, Rotating Weekends: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, or 2:00 PM–10:00 PM)
Hours/Week: 40
Pay Rate: $35–$37/hour

Job Summary

We are Seeking an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and record maintenance in an inpatient setting. Must work under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Key Responsibilities

  • Accurately prepare and distribute medications in accordance with established procedures.

  • Replenish and manage automated dispensing systems and medication inventory.

  • Perform sterile compounding, including IVs, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition.

  • Repackage bulk medications with precision and in compliance with safety standards.

  • Process and maintain medication orders, records, and documentation.

  • Conduct routine medication storage inspections and remove expired stock.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of New York.

  • National certification through NHA (National Healthcareer Association) or PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board).

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hospital or inpatient pharmacy setting.

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