Pharmacy Technician: Sign-On Bonus & Sterile Prep

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our busy pharmacy team. You will support pharmacists, prepare sterile products, manage medication distribution, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards.

A sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is offered with a two-year commitment. Responsibilities include aseptic preparation, handling controlled substances, and collaboration with hospital staff to ensure timely, accurate medication delivery.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrollment in an accredited pharmacy technician program or six months of related experience is acceptable.
• Six months experience as a Pharmacy Assistant within the UPMC Health System qualifies.
• Enrollment in an undergraduate pharmacy program and in good standing is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cytotoxic and hazardous drugs using aseptic techniques in Sterile Product area.
• Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return them to the appropriate pharmacy area.
• Distribute medications including cassettes, emergency carts and distribution of controlled substances.
• Ensure all medications are stored safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Assist in preparing proper oral and injectable medications, including IV admixtures and TPN.
• Assist in procurement, storage, preparation and distribution of investigational and study drugs.
• Fill medication orders with correct labeling, counting and stocking.
• Provide and receive information to hospital personnel, patients, and visitors; refer drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
• Audit and maintain records for controlled substances; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accuracy and distribution of controlled substances.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited pharmacy technician program

Six months pharmacy technician experience

Six months experience as Pharmacy Assistant within the UPMC Health System

Enrollment in undergraduate pharmacy program

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our busy pharmacy team. You will support pharmacists, prepare sterile products, manage medication distribution, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards.

A sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is offered with a two-year commitment. Responsibilities include aseptic preparation, handling controlled substances, and collaboration with hospital staff to ensure timely, accurate medication delivery.