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Pharmacy Technician I

**Location:** Buffalo General Medical Center

Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo

Work Type: Per-Diem

**Shift:** Shift 9

Job Description

Summary:

To assist the pharmacist in the dispensing and preparation of medications for patient use. All duties and responsibilities of Pharmacy Technicians will comply with New York State law and the rules and regulations as promulgated by the New York State Board of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I will work with various pharmacists who direct the daily work flow as needed to adjust to changes in the patient care workload.

Education And Credentials

Responsibilities:

High School Diploma or GED is required. Certified Pharmacy Technician required within 6 months of hire. Registered Pharmacy Technician within 9 months of hire. Pharmacy Intern/Residents required upon hire. The Registered Pharmacy Technician designation is required by the NYS Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education effective April 25, 2021. However, if the technician possesses a NYS Pharmacy intern permit, Certification and technician licensure is not required. Pharmacy Intern/Residents is equivalent to Registered Pharmacy Intern.

Experience

Other information:

500 hours of pharmacy technician experience (within the past 5 years) OR completion of a nationally recognized pharmacy technician training program (ECC, BCAT, etc.) OR NYS Pharmacy Intern required.

_**For non-clinical positions and nursing support positions, internal and external applicants must have the core competencies and sufficient work experience to perform in the per diem position for which they are applying.**_

Working Conditions

Working conditions:

Essential:

* Weight Requirement - Medium (up to 50 lbs)

Job Details

Department: BGMC Pharmacy

FTE: 0.200000

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 15.00

Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes

On Call Required: No

**With Rotation:** No

**Scheduled Work Hours:** Variable

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC

Requisition ID#: 794

Recruiter: Casey M. Calandra

Grade: T5

Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly

**Salary Range:** $21.93 -$27.75

*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

_Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!_

**Position** Pharmacy Technician I

**Location** US:NY:Buffalo | Pharmacy | Per-Diem

**Req ID** null

Equal Opportunity Employer

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