Pharmacy Technician Outpatient ( Full-time, Days)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System seeks a skilled Pharmacy Technician in Lancaster, PA. This full-time role involves preparing medications under supervision, operating pharmacy automation systems, and ensuring compliance with health standards.

Applicants should be certified pharmacy technicians, possess a high school diploma or GED, and ideally have completed an accredited training program. This position is crucial for delivering optimal pharmaceutical care and supporting patient health.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB required.
• National pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) within nine months of hire.
• Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration before hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications for dispensing under pharmacist supervision.
• Transport medications to patient care areas.
• Utilize pharmacy automation systems efficiently.
• Assure completion of work for each shift.
• Train new technicians as directed.

Skills

Handling controlled substances

Operating automation systems

Compounding sterile products

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Completion of ASHP accredited pharmacy technician training program

Tools

Pharmacy automation systems

Job description

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?

Location

Lancaster, PA

Schedule

Full Time (FT). Days available between 6 am‑2:30 pm and 8:30 am‑5 pm, plus 3rd weekends / every other holiday (36 hours per week).

Summary

• Under the direction and supervision of a registered pharmacist, the pharmacy technician performs various functions associated with the dispensing, charging and delivery of medication to patient care areas, in compliance with department policies and procedures that provide optimal pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and compliance with procedures for handling controlled substances and specialty pharmaceuticals including investigational agents.
• Demonstrates skills in the maintenance and operation of various automation systems including packaging, dispensing cabinets, and compounding equipment.
• Prepares medications for dispensing under the supervision of the pharmacist, demonstrating accuracy, precision, and consistency relating to selection, packaging, and labeling functions.
• Transports medications, drug‑delivery devices, and other pharmacy equipment as required, to all patient care areas of the hospital, which includes delivery to automated dispensing technology.
• Prepare inventories (affix barcode/warning labels as necessary), order drugs and supplies from the storeroom.
• Receive drugs and stock shelves/carousels in various pharmacy locations with new and returned inventory.
• Answers telephone using appropriate etiquette, screens and triages telephone/window inquiries.
• Assures work for each shift is completed prior to departure.
• Efficiently utilizes various pharmacy automation systems including robotic packaging, automated storage and retrieval systems, decentralized unit‑based cabinets, and compounding equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately compound sterile products using proper aseptic technique.
• Maintains dispensing area and medication storeroom in a neat, orderly, and clean condition as observed by the pharmacist.
• Demonstrates proficiency in resolution of missing dose problems including investigation, replacement of doses and corrective action to prevent future missing doses.
• Serve as a training resource for new technicians and assist in evaluating their progress as directed.
• Assists in maintaining proper inventory and control of drugs and supplies purchased by the pharmacy.

Credentials

• Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB (Required)
• National pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) required within nine (9) months of hire/placement required.
• Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration required before hire.

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Completion of ASHP accredited (or comparable) pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• Equivalent Experience: Hospital Pharmacy Practice

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

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.