Pharmacy Technician Trainee - $5k Sign-On Bonus

UPMC; Oakdale (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

UPMC Chartwell is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician, Trainee to support patient care by organizing, stocking, and distributing medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role adheres to Department of Health, Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

The position operates on a rotating daylight schedule (8:00 AM–4:30 PM or 9:00 AM–5:30 PM) with occasional weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Filling medication orders with correct labeling, counting and stocking.
• Prepare proper oral medications for patients with correct timing.
• Distribute medications including cassettes and emergency carts.
• Return discontinued medications to appropriate pharmacy area.
• Maintain positive relationships during medication distribution.
• Provide information to hospital personnel, patients, and visitors; refer drug questions to pharmacists.
• Ensure proper storage of medications per health regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked work environment.
• Practice hand hygiene in pharmacy and units.
• Use computer systems to process patient information and records.
• Maintain required documentation (eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, etc.).
• Finalize sales using cash register and follow cash handling policies.
• Comply with HIPAA, OSHA, PBM contracting requirements.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UPMC Chartwell is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician, Trainee to support patient care by organizing, stocking, and distributing medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role adheres to Department of Health, Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

The position operates on a rotating daylight schedule (8:00 AM–4:30 PM or 9:00 AM–5:30 PM) with occasional weekends and holidays.