Pharmacy Technician - Dispensing & Patient Care

Philadelphia PA; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in dispensing prescribed medications and to repackage bulk medications for distribution to health facilities. This work involves patient contact and operates under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

The position requires high school-level education and a Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB/ICPT), plus at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
• Certification as Pharmacy Technician by the PTCB or ICPT.
• One year of experience assisting a pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in dispensing medications.
• Repackage bulk medications for distribution.
• Interact with health center patients under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Education equivalent to 12th grade

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB/ICPT)

Job description

City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in dispensing prescribed medications and to repackage bulk medications for distribution to health facilities. This work involves patient contact and operates under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

The position requires high school-level education and a Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB/ICPT), plus at least one year of related experience.