Pharmacy Technician I- Inpatient

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I- Inpatient to join their dedicated team at a leading academic medical center in Philadelphia. This role involves a variety of pharmacy tasks under the supervision of Registered Pharmacists, including medication preparation and patient distribution. Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma, CPhT certification, and effective communication skills, ensuring they provide the highest quality care to patients.

Benefits

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Able to perform dosage calculations.
• Must have CPhT certification.
• Basic knowledge of drugs and dosages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparing and filling medication orders.
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations.
• Distributing medication to patients.

Skills

Effective Communication

Dosage Calculations

Proficiency in Pharmacy Computer Systems

Basic Office Environment Tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Some college or prior hospital/retail pharmacy experience preferred

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Description

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.

Description

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?

Pharmacy-Inpatient

Full Time- Night Shift

Under the direct supervision of Registered Pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks: assisting in the preparing and filling of medication orders and medication carts; compounding sterile and non-sterile preparation; distributing medication to patients; performing nursing unit QA inspections; maintaining stock levels in all areas of the hospital.

High School Diploma or equivalent and Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) is required. This person must be able to perform dosage calculations; have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of hospital personnel; perform basic office environment tasks; have the aptitude to maintain proficiency in all Pharmacy computer systems, automated dispensing cabinet software and systems, and all technical equipment required to perform duties; and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and the Internet. Additionally, this person is expected to satisfactorily pass required hospital and government validation examinations. Some college and prior hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred, with a basic working knowledge of drugs and dosages.

When applying to this position, 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 help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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