Pharmacy Shipping Technician

Coordinated Care Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coordinated Care Network in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Pharmacy Shipping Technician to prepare, package, verify, and ship prescription medications in compliance with regulations and safety standards. This role ensures correct medication matches, temperature‑controlled packaging when needed, and accurate documentation for patient orders.

The position supports inventory activities, may assist with filling tasks, and maintains a clean, compliant work environment in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be licensed and registered as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to apply for temporary registration as Technician Trainee.
• Basic math skills and strong time management are essential.
• Detail-oriented with ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Able to use computers and MS Office applications in daily work.
• Experience with Kirby dispensing system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shipping & Packaging
• Scan medication barcodes to verify paperwork, medications, and patient file information in the pharmacy system.
• Prepare and package products with appropriate materials to prevent damage and ensure integrity.
• Review delivery instructions and select shipping service based on patient preferences.
• Assist with inventory counts and removal of out-of-date products.
• Fill prescribed medications using correct NDC numbers and quantities when needed.
• Verify patient label, NDC, and quantity before final pharmacist review.

Skills

Basic math skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Computer usage

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licensed/pharmacy technician registration

Willing to apply for temporary registration as Technician Trainee

Tools

Kirby dispensing system

Job description

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Shipping Technician is responsible for preparing, packaging, verifying, and shipping prescription medications in accordance with pharmacy policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. This role ensures that medications are accurately matched to patient orders, packaged to maintain product integrity, including temperature-sensitive items, and shipped using the appropriate service. The Shipping Technician also supports inventory activities, may assist with filling tasks as needed, and maintains a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be licensed (unrestricted) and registered as a Pharmacy Technician or be willing to apply for a temporary registration as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee in the state of employment.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to multitask effectively.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Shipping & Packaging
• Scan medication barcodes to verify that paperwork, medications, and patient file information in the pharmacy system are accurate and active.
• Prepare and package pharmaceutical products using appropriate materials to prevent damage and maintain integrity, including temperature‑controlled packaging when required.
• Review patient delivery instructions and select the appropriate shipping service based on patient preferences when specified.
• Assist the fulfillment department with full inventory counts, cycle counts, and removal of out‑of‑date products for proper documentation and return to the manufacturer.
• Fill prescribed medications using the correct NDC number and quantity with a Kirby dispensing system when needed, placing medications in appropriately sized containers.
• Verify patient label, NDC number, and quantity for accuracy before submitting prescriptions to the Pharmacist for final review.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain clean equipment and ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to shipping, packaging, and medication handling.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions / Behavioral Expectations

• Ability to use computers, designated software, MS Office applications, and other pharmacy equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and reach frequently throughout the workday.
• Adequate range of motion and mobility required.
• Ability to manage high work volume during peak periods.
• Ability to lift and carry light to moderate items, with occasional stooping or crouching.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Presents a professional, reliable, and positive image, demonstrating competence, self-control, honesty, and appropriate appearance.
• Demonstrates respect, appreciation, and sensitivity toward the needs and dignity of others.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and professional work environment and contributes to overall organizational safety and professionalism.
• Efficient, self‑motivated, and proactive.