Certified Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
Uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. Assists pharmacists with technical duties related to distributing drugs to patients, including checking inventory, placing and expediting orders, interpreting medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, and compounding sterile and non-sterile products and other pharmaceutical therapies. The position also supports pharmacy services, builds relationships with colleagues and customers, and maintains medication inventory. The role is onsite at Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street, 1627 Chew St. It is a day-shift position with a rotating Monday–Friday schedule between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good math skills for counting, measuring, and weighing medications.
- Basic computer skills.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board upon hire.
- Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT) registration with the State of Pennsylvania upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of Pharmacy Technician experience.
- Knowledge of inventory control.
- Knowledge of brand-name and generic medications.
- Knowledge of and ability to use pharmacy automation.
Responsibilities
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription orders.
- Follow pharmacy policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Fill medication orders accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure medications are properly labeled, checked by a pharmacist, and dispensed in a timely manner.
- Prioritize workload, maintain organization, and coordinate activities with team members.
- Monitor medication expiration dates and ensure expired medications are not in circulation.
- Maintain records for controlled substances and maintain inventories.
- Direct drug information requests to a pharmacist.
- Demonstrate and maintain competency with pharmacy equipment and duties.
- Answer the phone and attend to customer needs in a timely manner.
- Assist with orientation and training of new pharmacy colleagues.
- Maintain adequate inventory of prescription and over-the-counter products in designated areas.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
