Pharmacy Technician Specialist

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician Specialist to join a fast-paced pharmacy team in Harrisburg, PA. You will assist with the preparation and delivery of medications for patients and support daily operations across the designated area.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Pharmacy Administration, training of staff, and maintaining a high standard of accuracy and customer service in alignment with UPMC values.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program is preferred.
• 4 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Operations Specialist is indicated in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities and workflows to maximize productivity in the designated area.
• Lead departmental quality improvement activities to continually improve pharmaceutical care.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Administration on projects and initiatives.
• Instruct associates in day-to-day activities within the designated area.
• Provide exceptional service orientation and professional representation at all times.
• Process and document information using computer systems for the designated area.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program

Job description

Join the UPMC Harrisburg Pharmacy Team!

Are you a dedicated pharmacy technician ready to make a difference? UPMC Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician Specialist to join our team. This position includes rotating daylight and evening shifts and involves assisting with the preparation and delivery of medications for patients in a fast-paced environment.

UPMC Harrisburg offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive, collaborative environment that fosters growth.

*Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the coordination of daily activities, organization of duties and responsibilities, and the development of workflow guidelines and other necessary tools to maximize productivity in DESIGNATED area.

• Create and lead departmental quality improvement activities in order to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational indicators.

• Collaborate with Pharmacy Administration on innovative projects and developments that further the Department's mission and goals.

• Oversee and instruct other associates in the DESIGNATED area regarding day-to-day activities.

• Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations.

• Conveys a positive, professional image at all times.

• Provide progressive technical knowledge, coordination of activities, support of new initiatives, and create a shared experience and support among associates within DESIGNATED area.

• Provide and received information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors.

• Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.

• Ensure that all medications in all areas have been safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

• Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.

• Maintain all pertinent documentation as required.

• Assist in training other Operations Specialists in determining their ability to function in DESIGNATED area of the Pharmacy department.

• Provide feedback to the needs of the department and other associates in a respectful and effective manner consistent with UPMC values

• Perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Use computer skills to process and document information as needed for Operations Specialist's designated area

• *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

• *Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required

• OR Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program AND 4 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician or a Pharmacy Operations Specialist

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certification within Specialty AND/OR Pharmacy Technician Certification

• PA State Board of Pharmacy Registration required for all PA locations

• If working in a New York facility, must have received certification from a nationally accredited pharmacy program (CPhT) and be registered with the New York State Board of Pharmacy.

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran