Pharmacy Technician - UPMC Washington Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Washington, PA

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  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Washington, PA

Job Description

Job Description

**Join Our Fun Pharmacy Team!* Ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of pharmacy? As a pharmacy technician in our bustling pharmacy, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care, work alongside our dedicated pharmacists, and thrive in a friendly, team-oriented environment! If you’re passionate about helping others and eager to make a difference, apply today!**

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This position is eligible for a generous Sign-On Bonus! UPMC is excited to offer up to a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus to eligible candidates (with a 2-year work commitment)! 

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Responsibilities:

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  • Prepare cytotoxic and hazardous drugs using aseptic techniques in Sterile Product area.
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  • Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area.
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  • 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
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  • 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.
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  • 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. Use proper technique in the preparation of medications.
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  • Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation and distribution of investigational and study drugs.
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  • Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting and stocking practices.
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  • Provide and receive information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors. Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
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  • Audit and maintain accurate records for controlled substances. Assure that all such drugs are stored and dispensed in compliance with Federal, State, and Department Regulations.
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  • Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.
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Schedule:  Rotating days, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to work all shifts including but not limited to: 6AM-2PM, 6:30AM-2:30PM, 7AM-3PM, 2PM-10PM, 2:30PM-10:30PM, 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM.

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

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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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  • Act 33, 34, 73
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Holiday work, Relocation bonus, Shift work, All shifts,

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