Certified Pharmacy Technician

Schuylkill•Easton, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. The role assists pharmacists with technical duties related to distributing medications to patients, including checking stock, maintaining 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 technician builds strong working relationships with colleagues and customers and supports timely, accurate pharmacy services. This is an onsite position at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks, at 3780 Hecktown Rd. The listed schedule is 2 PM to midnight, working 8 days on and 6 days off, on the evening shift.

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) credential from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, required upon hire.
Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT) credential for the State of Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds.
Frequent sitting and standing, and frequent keyboard use; patient care providers may need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.

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, stay organized, and coordinate activities with other team members.
Monitor medication expiration dates and ensure expired medications are not in circulation.
Maintain records for controlled substances and maintain inventories.
Refer drug information requests to a pharmacist.
Demonstrate and maintain competency with pharmacy equipment and duties.
Answer the phone and respond 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.