Pharmacy Technician, Trainee

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The Pharmacy Technician, Trainee provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by assisting with the organization, stocking, preparation, and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week on the evening shift (2:30 PM to 11:00 PM). The schedule includes every other weekend and a minimum of two holidays per year.

UPMC offers a competitive salary, comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package, and a Pharmacy Technician career ladder designed to support your professional growth. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. Placement into the appropriate job title and salary level will be determined based on the candidate's individual experience, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

Filling

• Assist with filling medication orders using proper labeling, counting, and stocking procedures. Initial and date products as required.

• Assist in preparing oral medications for the correct patient to ensure administration at the appropriate time while following proper medication preparation techniques.

Distribution

• Participate in medication distribution, including medication cassettes, emergency medication carts, and controlled substance deliveries in accordance with department policies and state and federal regulations.

• Retrieve discontinued medications and return them to the appropriate pharmacy area, processing credits when necessary.

• Maintain positive and professional service relationships throughout the medication distribution process.

General

• Communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, and visitors by telephone, in person, or in writing. Refer all drug information questions to a pharmacist.

• Ensure medications are stored safely and securely in accordance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.

• Practice proper hand hygiene in both the pharmacy and patient care areas.

• Utilize pharmacy computer systems to process and maintain patient information and records.

• Maintain required documentation, including eyewash station logs, refrigerator temperature logs, perpetual inventory logs, and other records as needed.

• Complete point-of-sale transactions and follow established cash-handling procedures.

• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, FWA, and PBM requirements.

• Perform responsibilities in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required.

• Registered as a Pharmacy Trainee with the State Board of Pharmacy (Must be completed prior to starting employment)

• Driver's License

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran