UPMC·Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
The Pharmacy Technician Associate assists with the preparation, filling, and distribution of sterile and nonsterile medications. They ensure compliance with health regulations while maintaining inventory and accurate patient records.
UPMC Rx Partners is looking for a full time Pharmacy Technician to join their dedicated team!
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.
This role will work rotating daylight and evening shifts (every 3rd week), as well as every 3rd weekend.
UPMC offers a generous benefits package, an expansive total rewards package, opportunity to grow your career and much more.
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Filling: 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.
Develop and maintain positive and productive service relationships during medication distribution process.
Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation and distribution of investigational and study drugs.
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.
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.
Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
Practice appropriate hand hygiene both in the pharmacy and in the units.
Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records.
Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc.
Maintain all patient information and records. Maintain the pharmacy computer system as required.
Procure and maintain adequate inventory levels on daily basis in applicable areas such pharmacy medication stock rooms, automated medication carousels, and automated dispensing machines.
Maintain and update automated med stations, unit and department stock, emergency boxes, and crash carts.
Assist in the training of pharmacy personnel and students.
Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.
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.
Participate in departmental quality improvement activities in order to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational and patient care indicators.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job. *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. *Performs other duties as assigned.
6–12 months of experience required PA State Board of Pharmacy registration required
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and either a pharmacy technician program completion, six months of relevant experience, or current college enrollment. A valid driver's license is also required.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, pharmacy roles typically draw steady demand from hospitals, retail settings, and health systems that need licensed pharmacists who can step in quickly. These positions are competitive because employers often prioritize a valid Registered Pharmacist license, accredited pharmacy education, and any hospital exposure, even at the entry level. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to any inpatient or clinical experience.