Pharmacy Technician

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Allentown, PA. This role requires assisting pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, adhering to pharmacy policies, and managing inventory. Applicants should have a high school diploma and basic math skills. Preferred qualifications include 1 year of experience and certification as a Pharmacy Technician in Pennsylvania. The position is onsite with evening shifts, Monday-Friday, including every third weekend and holiday rotation. Join us for a rewarding opportunity in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good math skills needed for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders.
• Adheres to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Fills medication orders accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Pharmacy technician experience

Inventory control knowledge

Basic computer skills

Good math skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania

Job description

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.

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 - State of Pennsylvania

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.

Work Shift

Evening Shift

Address

1627 Chew St

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- 17th Street

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 1p-9:30p; every third weekend; holiday rotation

Department

1004-09284 Pharmacy - CC

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.