Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. The technician assists pharmacists with technical duties related to distributing medications to patients, monitors medication inventory and places restocking orders, and builds strong relationships with colleagues and customers. Duties also include checking pharmaceutical stock, expediting orders, reading medication orders and prescriptions, preparing labels, calculating quantities, compounding sterile and non-sterile products, and supporting other pharmaceutical therapies. This is an onsite, per-diem position at 2024 Lehigh Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 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) credential for 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 promptly.
- Prioritize workload, stay organized, and coordinate activities with team members.
- Monitor medication expiration dates and prevent expired medications from circulating.
- Maintain records for controlled substances and maintain inventories.
- Refer drug information requests to a pharmacist.
- 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.
- Check pharmaceutical stock, place and expedite orders, prepare labels, calculate quantities, and compound sterile and non-sterile products.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
