Job Description

Catholic Health is one of Long Islands finest health and human services agencies. Our health system has over 16,000 employees, six acute care hospitals, three nursing homes, a home health service, hospice and a network of physician practices across the island.

At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes to every patient, every time.

We are committed to caring for Long Island. Be a part of our team of healthcare heroes and discover why Catholic Health was named Long Island's Top Workplace!

The Home Infusion Technician provides direct support to IV sterile compounding pharmacists/infusion pharmacists and pharmacy staff in preparing orders, packaging and labeling, tracking inventory, and maintaining records in accordance to state regulations and Catholic Health procedures.

Essential Job functions, duties, and responsibilities:

• Perform activities relating to or supporting the preparation, compounding, processing, and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical supplies under the supervision of a pharmacist, supervisor or resident
• Assist in the retrieving/filing medication orders from electronic systems
• Assist in general pharmacy cleaning/maintenance/stocking
• Prepare investigational drugs per research protocols
• Triage telephone inquiries
• Assist with training of staff
• Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of a PC, and be able to use word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
• Must know NY pharmacy laws that relate to a Pharmacy Technician.
• Must possess advanced knowledge and skills in the operation of equipment used in assigned areas.
• Must be able to demonstrate computer skills for areas of responsibility.
• Must be able to demonstrate report writing skills.
• Must possess advanced knowledge of different types of drugs, medical and health care terminology.
• Must be able to perform effectively within the areas of responsibility.

Licensure, Certification, Experience and Education requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must have three years of increasingly responsible pharmacy technician experience which includes 1 years of IV sterile compounding hospital experience including hazardous compounding.

Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification by exam from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCE) is preferred

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidates qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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