The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a reliable and motivated Overnight Pharmacy Technician at the main hospital campus.

Role Overview:

• Serve as a fully integrated member of the Pharmacy Department
• assist the pharmacists by performing technical tasks under their direct supervision for all pediatric, adult and geriatric patients and assuring that the pharmacists have the medication and supplies necessary for executing professional responsibilities.
• Prepare sterile, parenteral products using aseptic techniques as per department guidelines.
• Perform drug distribution process without error (e.g., patient bin distribution, IVPB, LVP distribution to medication rooms and refrigerators, restocking Omnicell cabinets, managing returns)
• Rotate different pharmacies, including but not limited to: UCC, PEDS, ICU, M18, AB07, Robot & R5 Clean Room

Key Qualifications:

• Valid NY Pharmacy Technician License
• CPhT certification
• Prior hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to develop a good understanding of pharmacy systems.

Core Skills:

• Highly motivated and able to work well with others in a demanding environment.
• Able to adopt a culture centered around patient safety and cleanroom sterility.
• Able to suggest changes to workflow to improve patient care.
• Someone with a strong sense of ownership and willingness to learn in an empowering environment.
• Someone with a substantial understanding of computer and pharmacy systems
• Someone with a supportive attitude toward others’ beliefs and ideas

Additional Information:

• Schedule: 9 shifts in 14 days; 10:00 pm – 7:00 am (may vary to meet the needs of the department), rotating weekends & holidays
• Location: Main Hospital Campus, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY
• Reports to: Pharmacy Manager

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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