Pharmacy Technician (Non-Cert) - Pharmacy Services Main

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Wellness programs

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Trainee to assist with order entry and distribution under a Pharmacist's supervision. Varied hours with primarily 2nd shift; evening/night differentials apply.

Eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. The role ensures proper inventory control, accurate purchasing distribution, and compliance with pharmacy policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy required.
• Six months of experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy with medical terminology and computer use required OR graduate of a formal Pharmacy Technician Training Program with a minimum of 120 hours in an externship program required.
• Ability to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB, NHA, or equivalent) within six months required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with order entry preparation and distribution of drug products under supervision of a registered Pharmacist.
• Maintains appropriate inventory of drug supplies and a system of control to ensure the integrity of purchases, control of supplies and proper accounting for their distribution.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Registration as Pharmacy Technician Trainee by PA State Board

Pharmacy Technician Training Program with 120 extern hours

Ability to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB/NHA) within six months

Job description

• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify ***

• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify ***

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Varied

Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour

Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour

Hours: Varied; primarily 2nd shift

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides assistance with the order entry preparation and distribution of drug products under the supervision of a registered Pharmacist. Maintains appropriate inventory of drug supplies and a system of control to ensure the integrity of the purchases, control of supplies and proper accounting for their distribution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy required
• Six (6) months of experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy with an educational background in medical terminology and computer use required OR graduate of a formalized Pharmacy Technician Training Program with a minimum of 120 hours in an externship program required.
• Ability to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB, NHA, or equivalent) within six (6) months required.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Teamsters Local 776