Pharmacy Technician II - Precise Med Dispensing & Care

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in drug distribution, prepare medications, and support patient care within the hospital pharmacy. The role requires high school diploma and state licensure as applicable, with certification preferred.

Responsibilities include unit-dose preparation, dispensing support, and inventory management. The position emphasizes accuracy, timely medication delivery, and collaboration with pharmacists and healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must hold current licensure as required by state boards (MD/OH/PA/WV).
• PTCB or NHA certification, or two years of pharmacy-specific experience within 15 months of hire.
• Associates degree or pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• Nationally certified pharmacy technician upon hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare unit-dose medications and deliver medications; manage drug supplies.
• Read physician orders/prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing, including pediatric and geriatric forms.
• Communicate with patients or caregivers about medication and scheduling delivery.
• Accurately prepares and delivers controlled substances with proper records.
• Take inventory and manage stock in the pharmacy; replace depleted inventory.
• Prepare non-intravenous medications, including oral solutions for pediatric patients.
• Label parenteral and prescription products appropriately.
• Perform dosage calculations for usual dosages and maintain speed and accuracy standards.
• Prepare and label prepackaged medications and maintain related records.
• Assist in training of pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Pharmacy distribution

Patient communication

Medication labeling

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma

Pharmacy technician training program

PTCB or NHA certification

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in drug distribution, prepare medications, and support patient care within the hospital pharmacy. The role requires high school diploma and state licensure as applicable, with certification preferred.

Responsibilities include unit-dose preparation, dispensing support, and inventory management. The position emphasizes accuracy, timely medication delivery, and collaboration with pharmacists and healthcare teams.