Pharmacy Technician - Entry-Level Patient Care & Inventory

Geisinger; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH) is seeking an entry-level Pharmacy Technician to support medication delivery and inventory management in a clinical setting. The role focuses on basic patient/provider service and communication with the pharmacy team.

Responsibilities include using the pharmacy computer system, preparing and labeling medications, maintaining records, and onboarding new staff, all under supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• PTCB or NHA certification within 2 years.
• PA State Board registration as Pharmacy Technician Trainee/Technician/Intern.
• Entry level position; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/provider/customer care.
• Use the pharmacy computer system to facilitate patient care.
• Participate in patient/provider/customer care activities that do not require the expertise of a pharmacist.
• Prepare and label medications appropriately for distribution.
• Retrieve, review, and perform inventory management for medications and supplies in the pharmacy.
• Maintain pharmacy records.
• Perform housekeeping duties in the pharmacy in compliance with hospital and accreditation policies.
• Participate in the onboarding and training of new pharmacy personnel.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Healthcare Regulatory Environment

Pharmaceutical Names

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PTCB/NHA Certification Within 2 Years

PA State Board Pharmacy Technician Registration

Job description

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH) is seeking an entry-level Pharmacy Technician to support medication delivery and inventory management in a clinical setting. The role focuses on basic patient/provider service and communication with the pharmacy team.

Responsibilities include using the pharmacy computer system, preparing and labeling medications, maintaining records, and onboarding new staff, all under supervision.