Pharmacy Technician

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists, dispense prescriptions, and maintain accurate medication inventories. This on-site role supports a busy hospital pharmacy, with day shift hours and responsibilities around labeling, stocking, and safety compliance at 1202 S Cedar Crest Blvd.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED, PA RPT certification, basic computer skills, and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to pharmacy policies.
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
• State certification as a Pharmacy Technician (RPT) in Pennsylvania or national certification (CPhT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders.
• Adheres to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Fills medication orders accurately and efficiently.
• Assures all medications are properly labeled, checked by a pharmacist, and dispensed in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes workload, maintains organization, and coordinates activities with other team members.
• Monitors medication expiration dates and ensures no expired medications are in circulation.
• Complies with all record keeping related to controlled substances and maintains all inventories.
• Communicates all drug information requests to a pharmacist.
• Demonstrates and maintains competency with pharmacy equipment and duties.
• Answers the phone and attends to customer needs in a timely manner.
• Assists with orientation and training of new pharmacy colleagues.
• Maintains adequate inventory of prescription and/or over the counter products in the designated areas.

Skills

Math skills

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania

CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Tools

Pharmacy equipment

Pharmacy automation

Job description

Company Overview

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information to process prescriptions. Assists the pharmacists in performing technical duties related to the distribution of drugs to patients. Monitors medication inventory levels and places orders to restock. Develops strong relationships with colleagues and customers. Supports pharmacological services by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, placing and expediting orders, reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, compounding sterile and non-sterile products, and other pharmaceutical therapies.

Job Duties

• Assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders.
• Adheres to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Fills medication orders accurately and efficiently.
• Assures all medications are properly labeled, checked by a pharmacist, and dispensed in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes workload, maintains organization, and coordinates activities with other team members.
• Monitors medication expiration dates and ensures no expired medications are in circulation.
• Complies with all record keeping related to controlled substances and maintains all inventories.
• Communicates all drug information requests to a pharmacist.
• Demonstrates and maintains competency with pharmacy equipment and duties.
• Answers the phone and attends to customer needs in a timely manner.
• Assists with orientation and training of new pharmacy colleagues.
• Maintains adequate inventory of prescription and/or over the counter products in the designated areas.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good math skills needed for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
• Basic computer skills.
• RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year pharmacy technician experience
• Knowledge of inventory control.
• Knowledge of brand name/generic medications.
• Knowledge and ability to use pharmacy automation.
• CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Additional Qualifications

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Details

• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Address: 1202 S Cedar Crest Blvd
• Primary Location: Allentown- 1202 Cedar Crest
• Position Type: Onsite
• Union: Not Applicable
• Work Schedule: Rotating schedule M-F 7am-7pm; Sat & Sun 9am-3pm
• Department: 1004-09256 LVPS Cedar Crest - CC

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.

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