Pharmacy Technician Trainee

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Trainee to work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role supports medication preparation, inventory management, and participation in a Board-approved training program at the Muhlenberg site.

Under supervision, you will perform data entry, prescription processing, and assist with automated dispensing cabinets, while adhering to state privacy and safety standards and LVHN policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to identify priorities and adapt work habits to meet needs.
• Strong written and oral communication with customers.
• Organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency in mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Interact with coworkers, visitors, and staff in line with hospital values.
• Assist in preparation and distribution of medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Perform data entry and prescription processing per privacy and safety standards.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and assist with automation cabinets and floorstock.
• Assist with restocking and monitoring automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assist with medication deliveries to patient care areas.
• Support recalls, removal of expired medications, and diversion prevention.
• Adhere to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

RPTT – Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee

RPT – Registered Pharmacy Technician (PA)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

This is a transitional role for individuals pursuing Pharmacy Technician Registration with the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy. Under the direct and immediate personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the trainee will assist in various pharmacy activities, including medication preparation, inventory management, while simultaneously completing a Board-approved training program.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of the healthcare system.
• Assists in the preparation and distribution of medications under the direct oversight of a pharmacist.
• Performs data entry and prescription processing in accordance with state privacy and safety standards.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory and assist with operating automation and/or restock and manage automated dispensing cabinets and floorstock.
• Assists with restocking, maintaining, and monitoring automated dispensing cabinets, as applicable.
• Assists with medication deliveries to patient care areas.
• Supports medication recalls, expired medication removal, and diversion prevention activities.
• Adheres to all pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to identify priorities and adjust work habits to address them.
• Interpersonal communication skills (both written and oral) are required to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and ability to keep accurate, orderly records.
• Proficiency in mathematics.
• RPTT - Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire and RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania Within 2 Years

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of Pharmacy experience.
• Working knowledge of common software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Qualifications

Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law.

All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.

Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: per diem, weekend and holiday rotation

Department: 1004-06070 Pharmacy - Muhl

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice.

Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®.

LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace.

This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire.

If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.