Pharmacy Technician, Correctional Health Services (Float)
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Pharmacy Technician, Correctional Health Services (Float)Location: US-NY-QueensID: 2024-10884Type: Regular Full-TimeDepartment: MedicineHospital: NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health ServicesOverviewEmployed by PAGNY for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration.ResponsibilitiesThe Pharmacy Technician performs all technical tasks in the unit dose, carry and out-patient drug distribution systems as well as other related duties of a satellite pharmacy. The Registered Pharmacist approves all work performed by the Pharmacy Technician.Assists in maintaining accurate patient profiles by informing the pharmacist of changes in patient names, I.D. number or housing so modifications can be made in the pharmacy database.Fills and labels patient cassettes with non-carry and carry system medication bags from computer generated fill lists, and/or original drug orders.Fills and labels patient discharge medications from a prescription order.Obtains court medication list from General Office. Reviews distribution list to see if patient will be getting medication in morning.Checks, rotates and restocks all drug stock areas. Fills Pyxis machines as required.Delivers emergency boxes and other requested items to clinic or infirmary areas as needed.Prepares weekly pharmacy stock order by utilizing par levels and building usage patterns for review by the pharmacist.Maintains all pharmacy areas, including bubbles, in a clean, orderly and well stocked fashion for all shifts.Monitors the quality of patient care through quality assurance/improvement mechanisms.Performs or assumes other related duties as required or requested by pharmacist or manager.QualificationsHigh School or equivalency diploma.Completion of an approved Pharmacy Technician Training program or demonstrated equivalent experience.Demonstrated pharmacy competence and independent decision making/problem solving abilities.Able to use email, scanners and copiers.Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.Exceptional Benefits include:Competitive compensation packageChoice of a three tiered, starting at FREE medical plans starting day oneExcellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage starting day oneGenerous paid time off programCommuter benefitsHiring Salary: $63,901.50 annuallyFor more information about our incredible benefits click here.PAGNY is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City.PAGNY is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr