Pharmacy Technician - UPMC Washington

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant pharmacy team at a leading healthcare provider! As a pharmacy technician, you will support patient care and work closely with pharmacists in a dynamic environment. This role offers a great schedule with the potential for a generous sign-on bonus, enhancing your work-life balance while making a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Generous Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

Night Shift schedule for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmacy practice preferred.
• Knowledge of medication safety and compliance is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cytotoxic and hazardous drugs using aseptic techniques.
• Participate in medication distribution and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records for controlled substances and audit medications.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Medication distribution

Record maintenance

Patient communication

Job description

Join Our Vibrant Pharmacy Team!

Ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of pharmacy? As a pharmacy technician in our bustling pharmacy, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care, work alongside our dedicated pharmacists, and thrive in a friendly, team-oriented environment! If you’re passionate about helping others and eager to make a difference, apply today!

This position is eligible for a generous Sign-On Bonus! UPMC is excited to offer up to a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus to eligible candidates (with a 2-year work commitment)!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare cytotoxic and hazardous drugs using aseptic techniques in the Sterile Product area.
• Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area.
• Participate in the distribution of medication including medication cassettes, emergency medication carts, and the delivery of controlled substances per department policy and state and federal requirements.
• 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.
• Assist in the preparation of the proper oral and injectable medications (including intravenous admixtures and TPN for the correct patient for administration at the appropriate time).
• Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation, and distribution of investigational and study drugs.
• Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting, and stocking practices.
• Provide and receive information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.
• Audit and maintain accurate records for controlled substances.
• Assure that all such drugs are stored and dispensed in compliance with Federal, State, and Department Regulations.

Schedule: This position follows a 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule on our Night Shift, currently running from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. This schedule will allow you to have more time off for a great work-life balance!