Pharmacy Technician (Montvale)

Pride Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join a team in Montvale, NJ 07645 for 13 weeks of contract with possible extension. This role focuses on hospital or oncology pharmacy settings, strong sterile compounding skills, and a thorough understanding of chemotherapy medication handling protocols.Job Description:Under the direct supervision of pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician will assist in sterile compounding, chemotherapy preparation, medication distribution, inventory management, and pharmacy operations for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing & Sterile CompoundingManufacture, package, and label medications according to departmental guidelinesPrepare sterile and parenteral products using aseptic techniquesHandle and dispose of chemotherapeutic, biologic, and pharmacologic agents safelyCompound extemporaneous products accuratelyEnsure proper labeling and pharmacist verification prior to distributionMonitor medication expiration dates and emergency drug box complianceMedication DistributionSupport daily medication distribution processes including IVPBs, LVPs, narcotics restocking, and patient medication binsDeliver medications within established turnaround timesUpdate medication profiles for admissions, transfers, and dischargesFollow all federal, state, and departmental narcotics handling proceduresProcess pharmacy requisitions and maintain secure medication storagePerform pharmacy calculations and medication counting with pharmacist verificationManage intravenous medication receiving, distribution, and recyclingInventory & Administrative DutiesMaintain compounding logs, hood cleaning documentation, and temperature monitoring recordsClean hoods, counters, and pharmacy equipmentRotate stock and remove expired medicationsMaintain adequate inventory levels and communicate increased utilization trendsPerform narcotic inventory counts and escalate discrepancies appropriatelyUtilize PDAD systems for medication charging and trackingMaintain pharmacy workspaces in compliance with departmental standardsEducation RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredCertification & Licensure RequirementsCandidates must have:Active Pharmacy Technician State Registration in New York and/or New Jersey (based on work location)Pharmacy Technician Certification through: PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) OR NHA (National Healthcareer Association)Additional Information:Location: Montvale, NJ 07645Contract: 13 Week with possible extensionShift Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM (variable shifts based on department needs) | 37.5 Hours WeeklyPay Rate: $26 - $28/hour(*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.)Interested? Apply now!Pride-Health offers eligible employee's 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, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.Equal Employment OpportunityPride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Fair Chance EmploymentPride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.AccommodationsWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.