Pharmacy Technician

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Hazleton, PA

9d•Onsite

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 stock, maintaining and replenishing inventory, reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, and compounding sterile and non-sterile products. The role also supports other pharmaceutical therapies and develops strong relationships with colleagues and customers. This is an onsite position at the Cancer Center- Hazleton, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to noon. The work shift is day 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.
Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT) in 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.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.

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 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 phones and address 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.