United Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Level I for a job in Binghamton, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pharmacy Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Staff
Work Environment
- All work is performed in offices that require working in close quarters with other employees. The pharmacy settings are air conditioned / heated. Work also may take place throughout the hospital (i.e. nursing stations, patient care units) and affiliated clinic sites.
- Adequate protective wear available for handling certain drug: such as a mask, gown and gloves. Gloves and goggles are available for other procedures as necessary.
- Distribution of Medications
- Physical Demands – walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, reading, manual dexterity to handle syringes and IV admixing
- Equipment Used – carts, compounding aseptic isolater
- Frequency Performed – 45%
- Keyboarding - Computer
- Physical Demands – manual dexterity, sitting, grasping, vision, reaching 6”
- Equipment Used – computer and printer
- Frequency Performed – 45%
- Answering Phones
- Physical Demands – reaching 6”, fingering, hearing
- Equipment Used – telephone
- Frequency Performed – 10%
- Employees are required to have reasonable access to transportation to meet work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner.
Age of Patients Served
HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information
- All – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4
Staff Supervised
Education/Experience
- Minimum Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Preferred:
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or successful completion of a pharmacy technician training program.
License/Certification
- Minimum Required:
- Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB) within eighteen (18) months of employment
- Preferred:
Entry-level Pharmacy Technician position. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist: • Functions as a generalist, providing support and ensures an ongoing and efficient pharmacy department by assisting in the processing of medications or prescriptions to all patients and appropriate patient care areas. • Assists in the maintenance of a neat and clean dispensing area and performing functions as necessary in the daily routine of the pharmacy department.
United Health Services Job ID #R0000014836. Posted job title: Pharmacy Technician I
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is more than a healthcare system. We are a compassionate, people-focused organization dedicated to improving the health of the communities that we serve.
As a locally owned, not-for-profit network, our team of more than 7,000 caregivers and professionals is united by the shared purpose to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
At UHS, every role matters. However you contribute, you will be part of a supportive, connected culture that values your voice and encourages growth. We are committed to helping you thrive through meaningful benefits, development opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging. Here, you are not just building a career—you are making a difference every day in the lives of others.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 403b retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance