Certified Pharmacy Technician

MTK HealthCare; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Nittany Medical Center is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join its hospital pharmacy team on a 13-week contract assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for pharmacy professionals who thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment and are committed to delivering safe, accurate, and efficient medication services.

Working under the supervision of licensed pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician will assist with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience required.
• License: Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Trainee.
• Active Pennsylvania license must be in good standing at submission.
• Experience using Meditech EMR is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and distribute medications accurately under pharmacist supervision.
• Assist with medication dispensing and inventory management.
• Maintain medication storage areas and ensure proper stock levels.
• Process medication orders using the facility's electronic medical record system.
• Support pharmacists in daily operational workflows while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and state regulations.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician license

Pharmacy Technician Trainee license

Tools

Meditech EMR

Job description

Pharmacy Technician - 13-Week Contract

Location: State College, Pennsylvania

Facility: Mount Nittany Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy

Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks)

Start Date: August 17, 2026

Schedule: 40 Hours per Week | 10-Hour Shifts | Rotating Weekends

Position Overview

Mount Nittany Medical Center is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to join its hospital pharmacy team on a 13-week contract assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for pharmacy professionals who thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment and are committed to delivering safe, accurate, and efficient medication services.

Working under the supervision of licensed pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician will assist with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and other pharmacy operations while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and hospital standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and distribute medications accurately under pharmacist supervision.


• Assist with medication dispensing and inventory management.


• Maintain medication storage areas and ensure proper stock levels.


• Process medication orders using the facility's electronic medical record system.


• Support pharmacists in daily operational workflows while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and state regulations.


• Deliver exceptional service to patients and healthcare staff through accurate and timely pharmacy support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience required.


• Current Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Trainee license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy is required.


• Active Pennsylvania license must be in good standing at the time of submission.


• Experience using Meditech EMR is preferred but not required.


• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Assignment Details

• 13-week contract


• 40 guaranteed hours per week


• 10-hour shifts


• Available shift options:
  
  
  
  • 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  
  
  • 10:15 AM - 8:45 PM
  
  
  
  


• Rotating weekends required


• Holiday coverage required


• No on-call responsibilities


• Multiple openings available

Why Join Mount Nittany Medical Center?

• Gain valuable experience in a respected acute care hospital.


• Work alongside a collaborative pharmacy team dedicated to patient safety and quality care.


• Enjoy consistent full-time scheduling throughout the assignment.


• Opportunity to expand your hospital pharmacy experience in a supportive clinical environment.