Pharmacy Technician Opportunity

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to work nights out of the inpatient pharmacy at the main hospital in Lawrenceville, PA.

The Pharmacy Technician 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.

Title and rate of pay will be determined by education and experience.

UPMC offers a sign on bonus of $5000 with this role with a 2 year work commitment.

Responsibilities:

• Fill and prepare medications correctly.
• Work with hazardous drugs safely.
• Distribute medications and manage inventory.
• Communicate with hospital staff and patients.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain records and documentation.
• Train pharmacy personnel.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required AND one of the following: 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
• Act 31/33/34/73 Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran