Pharmacy Technician Trainee — Sign-On Bonus & Rotating Shifts

UPMC Senior Communities; Oakdale (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC Chartwell is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician, Trainee to join its pharmacy team. The role focuses on filling and distributing medications, stocking supplies, and maintaining accurate patient records under supervision of licensed pharmacists.

Required PA registration as a Pharmacy Trainee and a high school diploma; NY/PA tech registrations acceptable. The position involves rotating day shifts, some weekends/holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package with a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• PA State Board of Pharmacy registration required for all PA locations.
• If Pharmacy Intern license is held, registration requirements vary by state.
• NY Registered Pharmacy Technician or PA Pharmacy Tech Registration.
• Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Fill medication orders with proper labeling, counting and stocking.
• Prepare oral medications for patients and ensure proper timing.
• Distribute medications and maintain controlled substances per policy.
• Retrieve discontinued meds and return to the proper area.
• Maintain positive service relationships during medication distribution.
• Communicate with hospital staff, patients, and visitors; refer questions to pharmacists.
• Ensure meds are stored safely according to regulations.
• Keep a clean, organized, stocked work environment.
• Practice proper hand hygiene in all locations.
• Use computer systems to process patient information and records.
• Maintain necessary documentation (logs, inventories, etc.).
• Assist with POS transactions following cash handling policies.
• Comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UPMC Chartwell is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician, Trainee to join its pharmacy team. The role focuses on filling and distributing medications, stocking supplies, and maintaining accurate patient records under supervision of licensed pharmacists.

Required PA registration as a Pharmacy Trainee and a high school diploma; NY/PA tech registrations acceptable. The position involves rotating day shifts, some weekends/holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package with a sign-on bonus.