Registered Pharmacy Technician

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Tower Advance Pay

Job summary

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in patient care, prepare and dispense medications, and manage automated systems. The role requires PA registration or trainee status, and duties include IV admixtures and regulatory compliance.

Strong communication and customer service skills are essential as part of a collaborative team. Full-time evening shift: M-F 2PM-10:30PM; Every Other Weekend & Every Other Holiday.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician in Pennsylvania or trainee status.
• Pharmacy services support under licensed pharmacist.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists the pharmacist in professional responsibilities.
• Works under the direction of a licensed pharmacist.
• Participates in preparation, dispensing, distribution and IV admixtures.
• Supplies and maintains automated technology equipment.
• Packages unit doses and maintains pharmaceuticals.
• Performs duties to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Collaborative Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail Oriented

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Good Reasoning Skills

Listening Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Strong Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee (PA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Available Pharmacy Technician Positions

Full-Time Evening Shift: M-F 2PM-10:30PM; Every Other Weekend & Every Other Holiday

The Pharmacy Technician

• Assists the pharmacist in his/her professional responsibilities in providing pharmacy services
• Works under the direction of a licensed pharmacist
• Participates in the preparation, dispensing, distribution and return of patient specific medications including intravenous admixtures
• Supplies and maintains automated technology equipment
• Packages unit of use dosages
• Maintains and transports pharmaceuticals
• Performs tasks associated with regulatory compliance
• Documents activities as indicated and performs other duties as required

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

Certification and Licensure

• Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pennsylvania

Required Skills

• Collaborative Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Listening Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Strong Team Player

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.