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Pharmacy Assistant - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Salary

$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually

Location

Lackawanna County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-40068-32700

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Clarks Summit St Hosp

Opening Date

01/09/2026

Closing Date

1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

32700

Position Number

00300896

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00210777

Bureau / Division

Clarks Summit State Hospital

Worksite Address

1451 Hillside Drive

City

Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18411

Contact Name

HHS Intake

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Do you you have great attention to detail and a passion for helping others? Are you ready to use your knowledge and organizational skills to help ensure an efficient pharmacy environment? The Department of Human Services (DHS), Clarks Summit State Hospital is seeking a hard working Pharmacy Assistant to help care for our residents. If you want to work with a professional team committed to delivery quality health services, this is the job for you! We encourage you to make a difference by applying today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Pharmacy Assistant, you will receive, prepare, fill, and document prescriptions. You will select and prepare prescribed medications for pharmacist review, process medication returns and credits, and performs supervised medication destruction and disposal. You will also monitor pharmacy stock levels, prepare requisitions for drug purchase, receive and stock medication inventory and pharmacy supplies. This role requires familiarity with resident prescription histories and a thorough knowledge of brand and generic names to properly fill medications. In addition, you will re- package medications for pharmacy distribution and maintain the pharmacy area to insure a clean, organized environment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00300896) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

+ Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.

+ Overtime as needed

+ Free parking

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience assisting a licensed pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications in a hospital pharmacy; or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. .

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

+ This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

+ Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

How much full-time experience do you possess assisting a licensed pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications in a hospital pharmacy?

+ 1 year or more

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

04

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

05

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – FILLS PRESCRIPTION ORDERS

Gathers information regarding drug name, strength, quantity, storage instructions, and use instructions from prescription labels to accurately fill individual prescription and bulk prescription orders. Packages medication in the appropriate container and affixes labels to the container. Accounts for unused, returned medication and updates appropriate records and counts. Subdivides patient medication according to individual dosage schedules.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience gathering information from prescription labels to accurately fill pharmaceutical orders, package medication in appropriate containers, and affix labels to the containers. I subdivided patient medication according to patients' individual dosage schedules.

+ B. I have experience gathering information from prescription labels to accurately fill pharmaceutical orders, package medication in appropriate containers, and affix labels to the containers. I did not subdivide patient medication according to individual dosage schedules.

+ C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

06

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience filling pharmaceutical orders and packaging medication

+ Your experience subdividing patient medication according to individual dosage schedules

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities

07

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – SORTS, CATEGORIZES AND STORES DOCUMENTS AND ITEMS

Sorts, categorizes and stores documents and pharmaceutical items such as drugs, chemicals, biologicals, and pharmaceutical preparations in an organized manner to promote easy access, enhance time management, avoid errors, and ensure adherence to storing instructions as outlined by the drug manufacturer.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience sorting and categorizing documents and pharmaceutical items such as drugs, chemicals, biologicals, and pharmaceutical preparations in an organized manner to promote easy access, enhance time management, avoid errors, and ensure adherence to storing instructions as outlined by the drug manufacturer.

+ B. I have experience sorting and categorizing documents or items not related to pharmaceuticals in an organized manner to promote easy access, enhance time management, or minimize errors in the workplace.

+ C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

08

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience sorting, categorizing, and storing documents and items

+ The type(s) of documents or other items you sorted, categorized, or stored

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – MONITORS AND MAINTAINS INVENTORY

Tracks the status of physical inventory to ensure an adequate supply of drugs, chemicals, biologicals, and pharmaceutical preparations and dispose of expired medications. Places orders with drug wholesalers/vendors; checks incoming orders against invoices; repackages bulk orders into unit dose form; and contacts vendors to resolve order discrepancies.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience monitoring the status of physical inventory to ensure an adequate supply of drugs, chemicals, biologicals, and pharmaceutical preparations and dispose of expired medications. I placed orders with drug wholesalers/vendors; checked incoming orders against invoices; and contacted vendors to resolve order discrepancies.

+ B. I have experience monitoring the status of physical inventory to ensure an adequate supply of non-pharmaceutical items. I placed orders to replenish low supplies and contacted vendors to resolve order discrepancies.

+ C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience monitoring and maintaining inventory

+ The type(s) of inventory you monitored and maintained

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities

11

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Consults with medical personnel, patients, and patient advocates to obtain and provide general information related to prescription orders. Uses customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience consulting with medical personnel, patients, or patient advocates to obtain and provide general information related to prescription orders. I used customer service skills to understand concerns and explain and summarize relevant information.

+ B. I have experience consulting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain and summarize relevant information not related to prescription orders.

+ C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

12

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience interacting with others to obtain and provide information

+ The type(s) of information you obtained or provided

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov