Pharmacy Technician PHIT

Pennsylvania Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Penn Medicine is a leading academic medical center seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Home Infusion Therapy team. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, you will prepare sterile compounds and ensure compliance with USP 797/800 while maintaining cleanroom standards.

This role requires PA certification, a high school diploma, and 1+ year of sterile compounding experience; occasional weekend/holiday rotations may be required to support operations.

Qualifications

• PTCB certified pharmacy technician.
• PA State Pharmacy Technician License required by 6/28/2026 for current employees; new hires must obtain.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of sterile compounding experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile compounds, including hazardous medications, following USP 797/800 guidelines.
• Maintain aseptic work areas and stock in the cleanroom.
• Collaborate with management on performance improvement projects.
• Provide timely communications to Pharmacists for checking, delivery, and activities.
• Obtain and review labels to determine required products and delivery time.
• Keep inventory updated and restock medications as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical judgment

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PTCB Certification (Pharmacy Technician)

PA State Pharmacy Technician License (required by 2026)

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?

Summary:

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for, but not limited to, preparing sterile compounds, including hazardous medications, in accordance with published local, state, and federal guidelines, including USP 797/800 guidelines, maintaining aseptic work areas and equipment, and maintaining adequate stock of medication and supplies in the cleanroom. This position will also aid the department by working with management on performance improvement projects to streamline and enhance workflows. Incumbent may be required to rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by the operating needs of Penn Home Infusion Therapy.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to use technical judgment in performing repetitive job functions that require following instructions and keen attention to detail in selecting prescribed drugs within drug parameters
• Accurately calculates the quantity of medication and supplies and compound-related products
• Adheres to guidelines outlined in USP797/USP 800 in relation to sterile product preparation, cleaning procedures, equipment maintenance, and documentation requirements
• Provides timely communications to Pharmacists for checking, delivery, and general activities
• Obtains and reviews labels to determine required products and delivery time
• Keeps active inventory in the work area and appropriately restocks the area with returned medications

Credentials:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB (Required)
• Effective 6/28/2026, current PA employees must obtain their State Pharmacy Technician License through the PA State Board of Pharmacy Effective 6/28/2026, PA new hires must have their State Pharmacy Technician License through the PA State Board of Pharmacy either prior or at time of hire

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: 1+ years Pharmacy Technician Compounding experience in sterile product preparation

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.