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Actalent Pharmacy Technician in Vestal, New York
Job Title: Pharmacy TechnicianJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our team. This role requires working every weekend from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM and three weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on a flexible schedule. As a Pharmacy Floor Technician, you will be responsible for preparing finished prescriptions for final verification by a pharmacist.
Responsibilities
Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently under the supervision of a pharmacist.
Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle or dispose of them as per procedure.
Prepack frequently ordered medications, label, and store them during low volume times.
Manually package materials and products.
Pull and pick medications from shelving and other storage areas.
Apply labels to blister cards and scan products for accuracy checks.
Alert the pharmacist on duty of any medication or product that is not scanning properly.
Maintain designated workstation areas and replenish stock supplies as needed.
Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA.
Be available for overtime, holidays, and weekends as required.
Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work at a moderate speed.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Possess and maintain a clear and active license (not needed in NYS).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Previous pharmacy technician experience is preferred.
Work Environment
The role involves sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and walking intermittently throughout the day. The position may require standing or sitting for seven to ten hours a day and working extended hours as needed. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment is required. The ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally is necessary. Visual acuity for reading fine print and the ability to adjust focus is needed. The work environment is representative of typical conditions encountered while performing the essential functions of this role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Vestal, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vestal,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.