Pharmacy Technician I - Inpatient

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Pharmacy Technician I to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will work under the guidance of Registered Pharmacists to ensure the safe and effective delivery of medications to patients. Your responsibilities will include preparing medication orders, compounding both sterile and non-sterile preparations, and conducting quality assurance inspections. This position not only offers the chance to impact patient care positively but also provides opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is for you.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma and CPhT certification.
• Ability to perform dosage calculations and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and fill medication orders under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain stock levels and perform quality assurance inspections.

Skills

Dosage Calculations

Effective Communication

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Some college education

Tools

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician I - Inpatient

Organization: Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System

Job Description

Penn Medicine is committed to providing exceptional patient care, innovative research, and education. Working here involves collaboration with top professionals across disciplines. As a Pharmacy Technician I, under the supervision of Registered Pharmacists, your responsibilities will include preparing and filling medication orders, compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations, distributing medication, performing QA inspections, and maintaining stock levels throughout the hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)
• Ability to perform dosage calculations
• Effective communication with hospital staff
• Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to pass hospital and government validation exams

Preferred qualifications include some college education and prior pharmacy experience. Applicants must upload current CPhT certification when applying.

Additional Information

We offer comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance, and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Join us and make a difference in patients' lives every day.