Pharmacy Technician II

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace. 

 

CentraState Medical Center is currently hiring a Pharmacy Technician to join its Pharmacy Department. This role delivers high-quality pharmaceutical services to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in accordance with established professional standards. The Pharmacy Technician also supports the Pharmacy Manager with daily operational responsibilities, contributing to efficient and safe medication management.

Responsibilities

• Operational
  • Prepares patient specific medications to be ready for dispensing in a timely and accurate manner within established department standards.
  • Prepares and delivers medications for the automated dispensing cabinets and for the floor stock process.
  • Prepares medication kits and crash cart trays.
  • Prepares Controlled Substance for patient specific and ADC replenishment.
  • Delivers medications and education packets in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
  • Answers phones and window requests in a timely and customer focused manner.
  • Utilizes appropriate aseptic technique to batch and prepare patient specific IV medications
• Inventory Management / Repackaging
  • Assists with the appropriate ordering and the rotation of medications to minimize carrying costs and unnecessary waste.
  • Repackages and batches medication in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Conducts Cycle Counts and checks expiration dates via Logistics and the Carousel System.
• Quality / Performance Improvement 
  • Actively participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives in the department with an emphasize on Medication Safety.
  • Assists the Pharmacists, Lead Technician and Manager with operational needs and projects.
  • Completes all mandatory and department competency and training modules.
• Regulatory / Professional Standards 
  • Complies with regulatory and professional standards.
  • Provides recommendations on improvement in this area.
  • Follows all USP requirements associated with Pharmacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• A minimum of two years of pharmacy experience preferred. 
• Pharmacy Technician License in the state of New Jersey required.
• PTCB or NHA Certification required. 
• Strong professional, organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team and patients. Proficiency in Word® and Excel®.
• Strong listening and speaking skills to provide excellent customer service.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

 

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

 

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

 

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

 

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

 

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