Pharmacy Technician

Schuylkill • Easton, PA

4d • 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 maintaining medication inventory and placing restocking orders. Supports pharmacy services by checking stock, reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, compounding sterile and non-sterile products, and handling other pharmaceutical therapies. Builds strong relationships with colleagues and customers. This onsite position is based at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks, 3780 Hecktown Rd, and has a variable work schedule on the 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) registration in 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 promptly.
• Prioritize workload, stay organized, and coordinate activities with team members.
• Monitor medication expiration dates and prevent expired medications from circulating.
• Maintain controlled-substance records and inventories.
• Refer drug information requests to a pharmacist.
• Maintain competency with pharmacy equipment and duties.
• Answer phones 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.
• Check pharmaceutical stock, place and expedite orders, prepare labels, calculate quantities, and compound sterile and non-sterile products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED