Pharmacy Technician Trainee
University of Rochester
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Diploma
- Must know
- OperationsPatient careTroubleshooting
- Work
- On-site in Rochester
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations69%Patient care41%Troubleshooting7%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee at the University of Rochester, you will train and participate in various pharmacy operations, preparing for certification as a Pharmacy Technician. This is a full-time, overnight position.
Key Responsibilities
- Train and participate in inventory management, storage, preparation, and delivery of medications.
- Triage phone calls and handle medication requests, deferring clinical decisions to a pharmacist.
- Communicate effectively with pharmacy colleagues, customers, patients, and hospital staff.
- Complete all required training and activities to prepare for and pass the PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
- Stock medication areas, including automated systems, and rotate stock to minimize waste.
- Employ courtesy and constructive communication in all interactions.
- Utilize service recovery techniques to troubleshoot and solve problems related to medication use.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Prepare for PTCB Certification, typically through completion of a 12-week PTU program.
- Complete didactic, simulation, and experiential training.
- Attend and complete assigned experiential rotations under preceptor guidance.
- Participate in assigned simulation tasks.
- Work efficiently, minimize distractions, and make up missed coursework promptly.
- Review, understand, and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
- Utilize the pneumatic tube system for medication delivery.
- Prepare medication orders based on requests or recipes.
- Package medications in accordance with applicable laws.
- Operate and maintain automated systems or technology as training allows.
- Perform medication re-packaging processes as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted.
- Previous work experience in healthcare is preferred.
- Enrollment in the URMC ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program (PTTP) or become certified through an alternate method within 180 days is required.
- Must pass the PTCB Certification Exam within 180 days to become a Certified Pharmacy Tech.