Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Address: 1500 Hazen Street East Elmhurst, NY 11370

Shift: 1:00 PM-9:00 PM

Contract: 15 weeks

Pay rate: $30 to $32

About the Role

Pride Health is hiring experienced Pharmacy Technicians to support clinical pharmacy operations within a correctional health environment in East Elmhurst, NY. This position involves assisting licensed pharmacists in preparing, distributing, and managing medication inventory while ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations and institutional standards.

This is a great opportunity to gain specialized experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting while contributing to the well-being of a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications accurately and efficiently.
• Rotate between various work areas, shifts, and assignments as needed to meet departmental demands.
• Receive, return, and deliver medications, medication carts, and supplies to designated areas.
• Maintain accurate drug inventory and ensure compliance with storage and handling requirements.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated dispensing systems.
• Follow all federal, state, and institutional regulations related to pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Active Registered Pharmacy Technician license with the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
• Ability to provide two forms of valid identification for site clearance.

Preferred:

• Pharmacy dispensing experience.
• Sterile processing or IV room experience.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals across disciplines.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance with safety protocols.

Why Join Pride Health?

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.