Pharmacy Technician I (Inpatient)

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician I for their inpatient department. This full-time role involves preparing and filling medication orders, compounding preparations, and ensuring quality assurance in nursing units. The position requires a high school diploma and CPhT certification, emphasizing effective communication and proficiency in pharmacy systems. Join a team committed to providing exceptional patient care while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment that promotes professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Compensation Package

Prepaid Tuition Assistance Program

Health and Well-being Programs

Qualifications

• Assist in preparing and filling medication orders.
• Maintain stock levels in all hospital areas.
• Perform nursing unit QA inspections.

Responsibilities

• Compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations.
• Distributing medication to patients under supervision.
• Performing QA inspections in nursing units.

Skills

Dosage Calculations

Effective Communication

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Automated Dispensing Software

Basic Office Tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Full Time

This position is located at 1800 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA.

The position is a full-time rotating shift position 7:00am-3:30pm, 9:00am-3:30pm, 11:30am-8:00pm, and 2:30pm-11:00pm. The position includes 1 weekend every 5th, 1 summer and 1 winter holiday, and a rotation through the MLK holiday and Juneteenth holiday. The weekend and holiday hours are 8:30am-5:00pm.

Under the direct supervision of Registered Pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for tasks including assisting in preparing and filling medication orders and medication carts; compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations; distributing medication to patients; performing nursing unit QA inspections; maintaining stock levels in all hospital areas.

High School Diploma or equivalent and Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) are required. Candidates must be able to perform dosage calculations, communicate effectively with hospital personnel, perform basic office tasks, maintain proficiency in pharmacy computer systems, automated dispensing software, and technical equipment, and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and the Internet. Candidates are also expected to pass hospital and government validation exams. Prior hospital or retail pharmacy experience and a basic knowledge of drugs and dosages are preferred.

When applying, please upload your current CPhT certification.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs support health and well-being, including a comprehensive compensation package and a top-tier prepaid tuition assistance program. Penn Medicine employees are committed to our mission, contributing to medical advances that improve lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or other protected statuses by law.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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