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Pharmacy Technician, Associate

Description

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is looking for a motivated Full-time Pharmacy Technician - Associate to join their Inpatient team! This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain hospital pharmacy experience or someone who is looking for a change. UPMC Magee is a world-class center for both women’s health and a comprehensive medical-surgical care hospital that offers the opportunity to learn and grow in your pharmacy career!

This position will work rotating shifts, every third weekend, and rotating holidays. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.

We offer a competitive wage, a generous benefits package, a Pharmacy Technician career ladder, and a sign-on bonus to those who qualify. Apply today to learn more!

(only for FT and external) Sign-on bonus details:

  • $5,000 with a 2-year commitment to UPMC

The Pharmacy Technician, Associate provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by assisting with the sterile and nonsterile medication preparation, medication filling, and medication distribution. The Pharmacy Technician, Associate services are provided in compliance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain positive and productive service relationships during medication distribution process. 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. Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area.
  • Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting, and stocking practices. Initial and date products as required. 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. Consistently has the ability to work in the Sterile Product area preparing cytotoxic and hazardous drugs (e.g. chemotherapy) using proper aseptic technique.
  • Assist in the training of pharmacy personnel and students.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.
  • Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
  • 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.
  • Maintain all patient information and records. Maintain the pharmacy computer system as required.
  • Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc.
  • Maintain and update automated med stations, unit and department stock, emergency boxes, and crash carts.
  • Participate in departmental quality improvement activities to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational and patient care indicators.
  • Practice appropriate hand hygiene both in the pharmacy and in the units.
  • Procure and maintain adequate inventory levels on daily basis in applicable areas such pharmacy medication stock rooms, automated medication carousels, and automated dispensing machines.
  • 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.
  • Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records.
  • Comply with Federal and State laws such as HIPAA, regulations such as OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements such as FWA and CMS.
  • Finalize sales using cash register, follow proper cash handling policies and procedures
  • Investigational: Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation, and distribution of investigational and study drugs.

 

Qualifications

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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Act 34 Criminal Clearance

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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