"Alerted.org

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute.

As the preeminent institution in western Pennsylvania for the delivery of cancer care, the performance of basic, translational, and clinical research, and the education of the next generation of cancer researchers and physicians, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exceptionally well-positioned to contribute to the global effort to reduce the burden of cancer.

Are you looking to take the next step in your Pharmacy Technician career? UPMC Hillman Cancer Center; at our main pharmacy site in Shadyside/Pittsburgh, PA is looking for a motivated full-time Pharmacy Technician, Associate to join their team! This is a great opportunity for someone who has an interest in oncology and thrives off providing amazing pharmaceutical care.

This is a full-time position that will work daylight hours, Monday - Friday. No weekends or holidays are required. We offer a competitive wage, a generous total rewards benefits package, and a built-in pharmacy technician career ladder. Apply today to learn more!

The incumbent will be placed into the appropriate level of our Pharmacy Technician Career ladder based on education, certification, and experience.

Responsibilities:

+ 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.

+ Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image at all times.

+ Use computer skills to process and document information as needed for Operations Specialist's designated area

+ Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.

+ Provide and received information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors. Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.

+ Maintain all pertinent documentation as required per designated area of expertise

+ Take an active role in the training of fellow staff members in ones area of expertise.

+ Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.

+ Create and evaluate policy, procedure, and training materials regarding operational workflow

+ Perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required

+ Demonstrated competency in all detailed aspects of the Pharmacy Operations Specialists DESIGNATED area which includes (Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, Information Technology. etc.)

AND one of the following:

+ Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program

+ Two years of previous pharmacy technician experience

+ Enrollment in good standing as a pharmacy student

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran