PRN Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health•Enola, PA

2d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Specialty Hospital of Hampden and is recruiting a PRN Pharmacy Technician to provide coverage as needed for vacation/PTO and sick time. The facility's hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy assists the pharmacist with daily pharmacy operations, including preparing and filling prescriptions, taking inventory, and processing product returns. The technician ensures orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. The role frequently communicates with customers to support timely and accurate order fulfillment.

Requirements

Flexibility in working schedule.
Ability to work in a group.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Comfort performing repetitive motions and tasks.
Ability to manage several tasks at the same time, focus on tasks, evaluate operating conditions, and exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift, and stand for the entire shift.
May require vendor credentialing.

Nice To Haves

National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB).
IV experience.
In-patient hospital pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging, and shipment.
Take inventory, place orders, check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves, and remove expired items from inventory.
Enter medical supply orders in the pharmacy system.
Communicate amicably and professionally with patients, clinics, caregivers, and physicians.
Process returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
Enter patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.