Pharmacy Technician, Associate/Assistant (Multiple Shift Statuses Available)

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

5h•$18 - $27

About The Position

UPMC Passavant is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant/Technician to provide an outstanding patient experience and high-quality service to patients when they need it most. In addition to the traditional job responsibilities, we are evolving our technician team to assist with expansion of the decentralized pharmacy services within ancillary areas (i.e. Emergency Department, Operating Room services). For example, technicians will have the unique opportunity to participate in optimization of the medication reconciliation process through collection of up-to-date medication lists from patients. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to transition from retail into a hospital-based practice. We are looking for a team player who is detailed-orientated, adept at prioritizing, reliable, and has exceptional communication skills. Join us for an opportunity to learn and grow with a talented team who work together for a shared purpose. We offer a competitive wage, a sign-on bonus, a generous benefits package, and a Pharmacy Technician career ladder. Apply today to learn more! Pharmacy Assistant: Career Growth is encouraged within our Pharmacy Department. Those hired into Pharmacy Assistant roles will be paid $3,000 up front, and additional $2,000 upon promotion to Pharmacy Technician. Have you ever considered a career in Pharmacy? Jump start your profession as a Pharmacy Assistant here at UPMC Passavant! We are seeking a diligent Pharmacy Assistant who will provide high-quality service to patients/staff, filling orders, distributing medications and many additional exciting job responsibilities. We offer a competitive wage, a generous benefits package, and a Pharmacy career ladder. Apply today to learn more! Purpose: The Pharmacy Assistant provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by primarily assisting with the organization, stocking, and distribution of medications while under the direct supervisor of a licensed pharmacist. The Pharmacy Assistant services are provided in compliance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Requirements

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required AND one of the following:
Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program
Six months of previous pharmacy technician experience
Six months experience as a Pharmacy Assistant within the UPMC Health System
Enrollment in a college program and in good standing
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Responsibilities

Provide and received information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors. Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
Finalize sales using cash register, follow proper cash handling policies and procedures
Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
Ensure that all medications in all areas have been safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc.
Comply with Federal and State laws such as HIPAA, regulations such as OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements such as FWA and CMS.
Practice appropriate hand hygiene both in the pharmacy and in the units.
Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records.
Participate in the distribution of medication including medication cassettes, emergency medication carts and the delivery of controlled substances per department policy and state and federal requirements.
Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area
Develop and maintain positive and productive service relationship during medication distribution process.
Assist in the preparation of the proper oral medications for the correct patient for administration at the appropriate time. Use proper technique in the preparation of medications.
Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting and stocking practices. Initial and date products as required.
Procure and maintain adequate inventory levels on daily basis in applicable areas such pharmacy medication stock rooms, automated medication carousels, and automated dispensing machines.
Assist in the training of pharmacy personnel and students.
Participate in departmental quality improvement activities in order to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational and patient care indicators.
Maintain and update automated med stations, unit and department stock, emergency boxes, and crash carts.
Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.
Consistently has the ability to work in the Sterile Product area preparing cytotoxic and hazardous drugs (e.g. chemotherapy) using proper aseptic technique.
Assist in the preparation of the proper oral and injectable medications (including intravenous admixtures and TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition)) for the correct patient for administration at the appropriate time.
Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation and distribution of investigational and study drugs.