Cert Pharmacy Tech I

Tower Health; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking a certified pharmacy technician for a PRN position in Pottstown. Working under the direct supervision of pharmacists, the technician will assist in medication preparation, maintain drug inventories, and help process patient information related to medication use.

The ideal candidate must hold a high school diploma or GED and possess a national pharmacy technician certification. Key skills include strong communication and customer service abilities, with a focus on detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Relevant Experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all pharmacy operations' functions related to medication preparation.
• Maintain drug inventories throughout the hospital.
• Process admission, discharge, and transfer of patient information and medication.

Skills

Computer Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail Oriented

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Listening Skills

Service Orientation

Strong Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Work Schedule: PRN Position

Working under the direct supervision of the pharmacist(s), the certified pharmacy technician assists in all pharmacy operations' functions related to: (1) preparation & distribution of all doses of medication; (2) maintenance of drug inventories (e.g., re-stocking automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital, drug packaging/re-packaging, extemporaneous compounding, code cart re‑stock, etc.); and, (3) processing admission, discharge, and transfer of patient information and medication. The pharmacy technician acts as an extension of the pharmacist so as to enable the pharmacist to safely and efficiently perform their required duties as they relate to the medication use system.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma - OR - GED

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Required Skills

• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Listening Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strong Team Player

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.