Pharmacy Technician I - Inpatient

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance programs

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Technician I to provide crucial support in inpatient pharmacies. This role requires working every weekend and one weekday, following direct supervision from Registered Pharmacists.

The Technician will handle medication orders, maintain inventory, and comply with regulatory standards. A high school diploma and 1+ years pharmacy experience are requested, as well as relevant certifications. The position offers an opportunity to work in a premier medical center dedicated to innovation and patient care.

Qualifications

• Current CPhT certification required.
• Registered Technician from PA State Board of Pharmacy required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill and prepare medication orders.
• Maintain medication inventory and check for expired medications.
• Deliver medications to designated areas.

Skills

Medication preparation and filling

Inventory management

Collaboration with pharmacy staff

Adaptability to priorities

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

1+ years pharmacy experience

Job 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

This position is a part-time 20 hr weekend/week position. Working every weekend—Saturday and Sunday and one weekday, either day or evening shift, depending on the needs of the department. (2) winter and (2) summer holidays are required.

Under the direct supervision of Registered Pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician I helps to support the basic general operations of the inpatient pharmacies. Daily tasks may include but are not limited to: preparing and filling medication orders and medication carts, delivering and distributing medications throughout the hospital, maintaining stock levels in all areas of the hospital, performing functions within the pharmacy automation systems, and general upkeep and maintenance of the inpatient pharmacy locations. A Pharmacy Technician I works to accurately and efficiently complete expectations of assigned shifts and follow outlined standard operating procedures and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill and prepare medication orders for distribution to patients and patient care areas.
• Maintain medication inventory, rotating stock regularly and checking for expired medications.
• Deliver medications appropriately to designated areas based on medication storage requirements.
• Maintain competence in all department policies and standards of practice and comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other pharmacy staff members to provide high quality pharmacy services.
• Manage multiple priorities and adapt to complete all duties of assigned shifts.

Credentials

• CPHT or CPT (Required)
• Registered Technician (PA State Board of Pharmacy) (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• 1+ years pharmacy experience (Required)

When applying to this position, upload your current CPhT and also your current PA Pharmacy Technician License.

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.