Title:

Pharmacy Technician I

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Pharmacy

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

FTE:

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role

As a Pharmacy Technician, you’ll play an important role in helping patients receive the medications they need safely, accurately, and on time. Working alongside licensed pharmacists, you’ll support the preparation, packaging, labeling, and management of medications used in cancer treatment and patient care.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys detailed work, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in helping others through their contributions behind the scenes. Every prescription you help prepare supports our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Starting Pay: $20.44/hour

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

Assist pharmacists in preparing and filling prescription medications
Enter prescription information accurately into pharmacy systems
Package and label medications for patient use
Support the preparation of both hazardous and non-hazardous medications under pharmacist supervision
Help maintain medication inventory, including stocking and monitoring supplies
Participate in quality assurance activities to help ensure patient safety and accuracy
Follow established pharmacy procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards
Work closely with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to support outstanding patient care
What You'll Bring

You may be a great fit if you:

Have strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Take pride in staying organized and managing multiple priorities
Are comfortable working with healthcare technology and data entry systems
Value teamwork, collaboration, and supporting others
Understand the importance of confidentiality, safety, and compliance
Are committed to delivering high-quality service and care

Experience in a pharmacy, healthcare, or medication preparation setting is helpful, but individuals who are eager to learn and grow in a pharmacy career are encouraged to apply.

Who Will Be Successful in This Role

Successful Pharmacy Technicians are:

Dependable and accountable
Focused on quality and patient safety
Comfortable following detailed procedures
Strong communicators and collaborative team members
Motivated by meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives
Passionate about contributing to a mission-driven healthcare organization
Why You'll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every role contributes to a larger purpose: helping to reduce the burden of cancer and improve lives. Whether you work directly with patients or support care behind the scenes, your work matters.

When you join Roswell Park, you'll be part of a nationally recognized cancer center where employees are valued, respected, and empowered to grow. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals in an environment built on compassion, teamwork, innovation, and excellence.

Benefits of working at Roswell Park include:

Meaningful work that impacts patients and families every day
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A collaborative and supportive team culture
Comprehensive benefits package
A workplace where diversity, belonging, and respect are valued
The opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization focused on advancing cancer care and research

Join us and become part of a team where every contribution helps create a healthier future for our patients, our community, and beyond.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

Certification Requirement
1. National Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or ExCPT from National Healthcareer Association (NHA) required.
2. Registered Pharmacy Technician with NYS Office of the Professions, State Education Department.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or High School Equivalency diploma.

NOTE:
1. Incumbents must maintain the required New York State registration and national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) as a condition of continued employment.
2. Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

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