Pharmacy Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior pharmacy technician experience
• College Degree (minimally an associate's degree) and previous related healthcare experience
• Completion of a formal pharmacy technician certificate course
• Completion of one full year of education at a college/university with an accredited school of pharmacy and enrolled in coursework working towards a Doctor of Pharmacy degree
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Responsibilities

• Repackage, prepare, and accurately label medications, IV solutions, non-sterile compounds, and automated dispensing cabinets under pharmacist supervision.
• Perform calculations, complete all required documentation, and ensure pharmacist review before dispensing.
• Deliver medications to patient care units, manage transfers, and remove expired or recalled medications.
• Understand and follow proper handling procedures for controlled substances.
• Answer phones, assist customers, and manage pneumatic tube station operations.
• Fill and deliver interdepartmental orders, maintaining accurate logs and records.
• Operate pharmacy equipment including computers, fax machines, printers, automated dispensing cabinets, and telephones.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy environment by restocking, cleaning workstations, and returning medications to stock.
• Promote UPMC Pinnacle’s Mission, Vision, and Values while participating in performance improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and other hospital personnel; may travel to other UPMC Pinnacle facilities as needed.

Benefits

• competitive wages
• comprehensive benefits package