Pharmacy Technician - Mail Order

Geisinger; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an entry-level pharmacy technician focused on medication delivery and inventory management at the Geisinger Centralized Logistics & Materials Distribution Center (CLAM). The technician will participate in basic patient service responsibilities and work within a clinical environment.

This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and certification as a Pharmacy Technician within 2 years. Strong computer skills and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Required certification as a Pharmacy Technician within 2 years.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory environment is essential.
• Strong computer literacy and teamwork skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient/provider/customer care.
• Use the pharmacy computer system to facilitate patient care.
• Prepare and label medications appropriately for distribution.

Skills

Computer literacy

Knowledge of healthcare regulatory environment

Knowledge of pharmaceutical names

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Certified Pharmacy Technician within 2 years (PTCB or NHA)

Job description

Job Summary

The pharmacy technician works as an entry‑level position focused on medication delivery and inventory management. The position has basic patient/provider service responsibilities through communication and message retrieval.

Job Duties

• Provide patient/provider/customer care
• Use the pharmacy computer system to facilitate patient care
• Participate in patient/provider/customer care activities that do not require the expertise of a pharmacist
• Prepare and label medications appropriately for distribution
• Retrieve, review, and perform inventory management for medications and supplies in the pharmacy
• Maintain pharmacy records
• Perform housekeeping duties in the pharmacy in compliance with hospital and accreditation policies
• Participate in the onboarding and training of new pharmacy personnel
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment

Position Details

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) – required
• Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician within 2 years (PTCB or NHA)
• Skills: Computer literacy, knowledge of healthcare regulatory environment, knowledge of pharmaceutical names, teamwork
• Location: Geisinger Centralized Logistics & Materials Distribution Center (CLAM)
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 40 scheduled weekly hours
• Worker type: Regular
• Exemption Status: No

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are a proud affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.