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Join our team at UPMC Harrisburg as a Pharmacy Technician!

UPMC Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician to become part of our dedicated pharmacy team. This position works rotating day and evening shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment.

In this role, you will assist with the preparation and delivery of medications for patients of all ages. Under the direction and supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I supports medication preparation, dispensing, charging, and timely delivery throughout the hospital.

The Certified Pharmacy Technician role is an important step within the UPMC Pharmacy Career Ladder.

_*Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary range based on individual experience and education._

* Pharmacy Assistant: $19.41 - $29.15

* Pharmacy Technician: $19.74 - $29.67

* Certified Pharmacy Technician: $20.45 - $30.68

UPMC Harrisburg offers competitive pay, a comprehensive total rewards benefits package, and excellent opportunities for career growth within a leading healthcare system. Join our team today!

Responsibilities:

+ Prepare, repackage, label, and document medications, including non-sterile compounds and IV solutions, under pharmacist supervision

+ Accurately calculate, prepare, and label medications for dispensing, ensuring pharmacist review prior to distribution

+ Deliver medications to patient care areas and manage transfers, removals, interdepartmental orders, and automated dispensing cabinets

+ Inspect medication storage areas and remove expired or recalled medications with proper documentation

+ Handle controlled substances in compliance with all policies and procedures

+ Operate and troubleshoot pharmacy equipment and systems, including automated dispensing cabinets, pneumatic tube systems, and computers

+ Provide responsive customer service by answering phones, assisting staff, and monitoring pneumatic tube stations

+ Maintain a clean, safe, and organized pharmacy by restocking, cleaning work areas, and returning medications to inventory

+ Complete required documentation such as charge forms, medication credits, and departmental logs

+ Collaborate daily with nursing, physicians, and hospital staff while supporting UPMC's Mission, Vision, and performance improvement efforts

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Employment experience required (one of the following is required):

+ Prior pharmacy technician experience

+ College Degree (minimally an Associates 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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Act 34UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran