Pharmacy Technician, Trainee

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Trainee to provide pharmaceutical care to patients within the health system by assisting with organization, stocking, preparation, and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

This full-time role runs 40 hours per week on the evening shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, includes every other weekend and at least two holidays per year. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filling medication orders with proper labeling, counting, and stocking.
• Prepare oral medications for the correct patient and ensure administration at the appropriate time.
• Participate in medication distribution, including cassettes, emergency carts, and controlled substances per policy.
• Retrieve discontinued medications and return them to the appropriate pharmacy area, processing credits when necessary.
• Maintain positive and professional service relationships throughout the medication distribution process.
• Communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, and visitors by telephone, in person, or in writing; refer drug information questions to a pharmacist.
• Ensure medications are stored safely and securely in accordance with health department and state requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment; practice proper hand hygiene.
• Utilize pharmacy computer systems to process and maintain patient information and records.
• Maintain required documentation including logs and records such as eyewash, refrigerator temperatures, and inventories.
• Complete point-of-sale transactions and follow established cash-handling procedures.

Job description

The Pharmacy Technician, Trainee provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by assisting with the organization, stocking, preparation, and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week on the evening shift (2:30 PM to 11:00 PM) . The schedule includes every other weekend and a minimum of two holidays per year.

UPMC offers a competitive salary, comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package, and a Pharmacy Technician career ladder designed to support your professional growth. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. Placement into the appropriate job title and salary level will be determined based on the candidate's individual experience, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

Filling

• Assist with filling medication orders using proper labeling, counting, and stocking procedures. Initial and date products as required.
• Assist in preparing oral medications for the correct patient to ensure administration at the appropriate time while following proper medication preparation techniques.

Distribution

• Participate in medication distribution, including medication cassettes, emergency medication carts, and controlled substance deliveries in accordance with department policies and state and federal regulations.
• Retrieve discontinued medications and return them to the appropriate pharmacy area, processing credits when necessary.
• Maintain positive and professional service relationships throughout the medication distribution process.

General

• Communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, and visitors by telephone, in person, or in writing. Refer all drug information questions to a pharmacist.
• Ensure medications are stored safely and securely in accordance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
• Practice proper hand hygiene in both the pharmacy and patient care areas.
• Utilize pharmacy computer systems to process and maintain patient information and records.
• Maintain required documentation, including eyewash station logs, refrigerator temperature logs, perpetual inventory logs, and other records as needed.
• Complete point-of-sale transactions and follow established cash-handling procedures.
• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, FWA, and PBM requirements.
• Perform responsibilities in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.