Join Our Team as a Pharmacy Technician!
Are you a dedicated pharmacy technician looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient preparation and distribution of medications. Shifts will primarily be during daylight/evening hours. The hours are subject to change based on the business needs of the department. UPMC Harrisburg offers a competitive wage, and a generous total reward benefit package.
The Pharmacy Technician is a valued step in UPMC Pharmacy Career Ladder.
*Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education*
· Pharmacy Assistant: ($18.49 – $27.76)
· Pharmacy Technician: ($18.89 – $28.39)
· Certified Pharmacy Technician: ($19.76 – $29.64)
Responsibilities:
Repackage, prepare, and label medications, IV solutions, and non-sterile compounds; perform calculations and complete documentation.
Deliver, transfer, and remove medications across patient care units; ensure pharmacist review before dispensing.
Handle controlled substances per protocol.
Respond to phone calls, assist customers, and manage pneumatic tube station.
Fill and deliver interdepartmental orders; inspect and remove expired or recalled medications.
Operate pharmacy equipment (e.g., dispensing cabinets, computers, fax machines).
Maintain clean and organized pharmacy workspaces.
Complete documentation for medication credits, charges, and logs.
Travel between facilities as needed.
Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and other hospital staff.