Certified Pharmacy Tech
About The Position
Join Our Team as a Certified Pharmacy Technician! Are you a dedicated pharmacy technician looking to grow in a dynamic, supportive environment? Join our team at UPMC Memorial, where you’ll play a vital role in the safe and efficient preparation and distribution of medications for patients of all ages. As a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you’ll work under the supervision of a pharmacist to prepare, dispense, charge, and deliver medications—making a meaningful impact every day. This full-time position features daylight and evening shifts (hours may vary based on departmental needs). UPMC Memorial offers a competitive wage and a generous total rewards benefits package. Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. Take the next step in your pharmacy career and apply today!
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Employment experience required:
- Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained and maintained including required continuing education credits.
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate daily with nursing staff, physicians, and other hospital personnel across UPMC Pinnacle.
- Travel between UPMC Pinnacle facilities as needed to support pharmacy operations.
- Support departmental Performance Improvement initiatives and promote UPMC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy environment, including restocking and returning medications to inventory.
- Complete required documentation (medication credits, charge forms, logs) in accordance with procedures.
- Assist in training pharmacy staff and students on work processes and procedures.
- Fill, restock, inspect, and manage medications (including automated dispensing cabinets), removing expired or recalled products as needed.
- Prepare, label, and deliver medications—including non-sterile compounds, sterile IV admixtures, and specialty products—under pharmacist supervision, ensuring accurate calculations and proper aseptic technique.
- Handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and ensure pharmacist review prior to dispensing.
- Provide customer service support by answering phones, processing interdepartmental orders, and monitoring pneumatic tube systems.
Benefits
- UPMC Memorial offers a competitive wage and a generous total rewards benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
