Certified Pharmacy Technician - Full Time / Rotating Shift - Center City Inpatient Unit

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support inpatient and outpatient services with rotating shifts. The role includes preparing and dispensing medications, replenishing Pyxis and monitoring refrigerators, and assisting the clinical team as needed.

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager, the position requires hospital experience, sterile compounding, and certifications (CPhT/RPT upon hire). Willingness to work evenings and weekends is part of a 6-week cycle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years hospital pharmacy technician experience.
• 1 year sterile compounding experience.
• CPhT and RPT certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drug orders from physicians for dispensing by a pharmacist.
• Replenish Pyxis machines and monitor refrigerator temperatures.
• Count, compound and repack pharmaceuticals per procedures.
• Dispense medications and distribute to patient areas; restock inventory.
• Handle billing/crediting to ensure proper medication charges.
• Pick up physician orders and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
• Maintain competencies related to IV lab, Pyxis, and automation systems.

Skills

Sterile compounding

Aseptic technique

Medication preparation

Hospital pharmacy workflow

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician

RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - PA

Tools

Pyxis

McKesson Automation

IV preparation equipment

CAPS

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition 1

Job Details Role will be rotating between first and second shifts. It will have a minimum of 2 evening shift weeks within a 6-week schedule and every 4th weekend. One summer holiday and one winter holiday Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager and the direct supervision by staff pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician assists in the preparation and filling of all medications necessary for inpatient and outpatient services. Support all department initiatives and daily workflow by ensuring that the proper medication and tools are available for the clinical team and patients.

Job Description

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
• Prepares drug orders from Physicians for review and dispensing by a Registered Pharmacist.
• Replenishes all Pyxis machines. Monitors and record refrigerator temperatures when filling, and documents corrective action taken if needed. Informs Pharmacy Manager of any ongoing issues.
• Counts, compounds and repackages pharmaceuticals using established procedures.
• Medication dispensing and distribution to patient areas, Reorder and Restock of pharmacy inventory, Restock inventory in department an nursing unit and restocks returns, Evaluates stock for expired medications, Performs necessary monitoring and documentation.
• Performs various billing/ crediting functions to ensure proper billing of all medications dispensed to patients to comply with hospital finance policies. Ensures proper documentation of waste.
• Picks up Physician orders from team centers on a regular basis, and additionally as required by the Pharmacist.
• Performs light housekeeping duties such as arranging bins and stock neatly, removing items from bulk storage, dusting shelves, removing open boxes, keeping work areas neat and clean.
• Replenishes specialty and code carts. All restocking of carts is documented through the use of a sign out sheet, noting time, date, and items replaced.
• Uses aseptic techniques to prepare IVs and record IV refrigeration daily. Transports IVs to the nursing floor.
• Maintains competencies related to IV lab, Pyxis, McKesson Automation and CAPS.
• Reviews and completes assigned inspections every other month and maintains all competencies required by the department and the hospital to ensure all jobs performed are done properly. All items are examined for expiration date, accurate storage, under proper conditions of light, refrigeration, heat and security.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years of previous hospital pharmacy technician experience.
• 1 year of Sterile compounding experience
• Strong knowledge of metric system conversions and calculation of ratio and proportions. Passing score of 90% on calculation exam, aseptic preparation exam, safe handling of hazardous drugs and practicum.
• CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Upon Hire and
• RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Additional Qualifications

New Jersey pharmacy technicians must obtain and maintain current registration from the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy within 180 days of hire.

For All New Jersey Entities - All pharmacy technicians will be required to be certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). All new hires must achieve this certification within 12 months of hire, or provide evidence of successful completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program. Technicians who are actively enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy are exempt from this requirement.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating