Hartford Hospital·Hartford, Connecticut
Prepare non-hazardous and hazardous sterile medications, including chemotherapy, while adhering to department SOPs. Maintain the sterile environment by cleaning IV rooms and recording environmental monitoring data.
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Hartford
HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Pharmacy Department at Hartford Hospital utilizes a decentralized model with pharmacists embedded on medical teams to advice on optimal drug therapy. We also have an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited Pharmacy Residency program, an active Oncology infusion service, and a Retail/Specialty outpatient pharmacy. The Sterile Products Pharmacy Technicians assist Pharmacists in the preparation of non-hazardous and hazardous (oncology) sterile medications.
Responsibilities include but, are not limited to the following: Prepares non-hazardous sterile product preparations (e.g. IV medications) adhering to department SOPs. Prepares hazardous sterile product preparations (e.g. chemo therapy medications) using all appropriate personal protective equipment adhering to department SOPs. Properly uses all IV room equipment to prepare assigned compounds in a sterile environment. Assists with cleaning of IV and anterooms as assigned. Records all required environmental monitoring of IV workspace as assigned Restocks IV rooms with an appropriate amount of supplies to meet USP standards and expectations as assigned. Maintains skill and competency in sterile product preparation by completing required education modules and required testing
A high school diploma is required, and completion of a pharmacy technician program is preferred. Candidates should ideally possess a National Pharmacy Technician Certification and obtain Connecticut state registration.
Market context
In Connecticut, pharmacy openings often center on maintaining an active state license and following State Board of Pharmacy rules, with long-term care experience sometimes preferred but not always required. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can support safe medication workflows and adapt quickly to facility procedures. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to confirm licensure fit and compare the listed medical, dental, vision, PTO, and life insurance details before applying.