Pharmacy Technician – Overnight Shift {165918}

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – Overnight Shift { 165918 }

Location: Morristown NJ 07960

Schedule: 7 Nights On / 7 Nights Off
Shift Hours: 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM (10.5-hour shifts)
Rotation: Thursday start to each 7-night cycle

Pay: $25/hr paid biweekly

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to support hospital pharmacy operations on an overnight schedule. This role is responsible for medication preparation, distribution, sterile compounding, automated dispensing machine management, inventory control, and providing exceptional customer service. The Pharmacy Technician works closely with pharmacists and healthcare professionals to ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Order Filling & Medication Preparation

• Fill medication orders accurately and promptly for pharmacist verification and dispensing.
• Prepare extemporaneous and compounded preparations accurately.
• Routinely stock pharmacy areas and replenish carts, trays, boxes, and kits.
• Perform cart/bin exchanges, transfer bulk medications, return unused/discontinued medications and IVs, and check expiration dates on multi-dose medications.
• Replace medications and supplies as needed.
• Document all required processes legibly and accurately.
• Identify and note patient profile concerns for pharmacist follow-up.

2. Distribution & Returns

• Handle requests via phone, window, fax, and computer professionally and efficiently.
• Distribute orders to pharmacists when required.
• Deliver medications via pneumatic tube system, hand delivery, or courier.
• Retrieve and sort medication returns from nursing units.

3. Sterile Compounding

• Prepare IV medications using aseptic technique in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Batch IV medications and document all required preparation information.
• Ensure batched medications are checked and stored appropriately.
• Monitor IV status and coordinate treatments to minimize waste and optimize care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of IV equipment, sterile technique, total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and hazardous drug handling and precautions.
• Complete and sign all required documentation and labeling.

4. Automated Dispensing Machines (ADM)

• Accurately restock automated dispensing cabinets.
• Resolve stock-outs, failed drawers, and discrepancies.
• Remove expired medications and document destruction.
• Review daily compare reports and reconcile controlled substance documentation (including CII safe reconciliation).
• Perform monthly inspections and escalate unresolved equipment issues appropriately.

5. Repackaging & Inventory Control

• Repackage oral medications accurately and ensure proper barcoding.
• Apply ancillary labels as required.
• Monitor expiration dates and remove outdated or recalled medications.
• Maintain organized inventory and restock supplies appropriately.
• Complete all documentation related to repackaging and inventory processes.

6. Teamwork & Performance Improvement

• Support departmental goals and maintain flexibility in roles and responsibilities.
• Comply with coverage guidelines and workflow expectations.
• Participate in performance improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Maintain professionalism with patients, coworkers, and allied health professionals.
• Collaborate closely with pharmacists to maintain efficient workflow.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current active registration with the State of New Jersey Board of Pharmacy
• Minimum of 2 years of hospital pharmacy experience

Preferred

• Oncology or infusion center experience
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of sterile compounding and hospital pharmacy workflow
• Familiarity with automated dispensing systems and controlled substance reconciliation
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to work independently during overnight hours