UPMC·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The technician is responsible for the preparation, filling, and distribution of medications in inpatient and Operating Room settings. Key duties include sterile IV compounding, maintaining controlled substance records, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws and safety regulations.
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As an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician, you'll work with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of patient care in both inpatient and Operating Room (OR) settings.
Pharmacy technicians are integral to our operations, providing critical support in the preparation, filling, and distribution of medications.
Your expertise will ensure the seamless functioning of our services and the delivery of exceptional patient care.
We value teamwork and innovation, and we are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions can drive continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.
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Career Growth: We offer opportunities for career advancement, continuous training, and ongoing education.
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Impactful Work: Help ensure patients receive timely and safe medications, aiding their health and recovery.
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Sign-on bonus details: $5,000 with a 2-year commitment to UPMC
Technicians will be responsible for pharmacy calculations, medication dosage forms, patient label assessment, IV dose set up, sterile IV compounding (including hazardous medications), USP <797> and USP <800> compliance, state and federal pharmacy law, inventory management, perioperative workflows, and training of new staff members Filling: Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting, and stocking practices. 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.
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.
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. Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc. Comply with Federal and State laws such as HIPAA, regulations such as OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements such as FWA and CMS.
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.
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 an undergraduate pharmacy program and in good standing EPIC experience preferred PTCB or ExCPT preferred
PA State Board of Pharmacy Registration required for all PA locations Non-licensed Pharmacy Technicians working in a NY facility are not permitted to perform Sterile Compounding. All Pharmacy Technicians working in NY facilities performing sterile compounding are required to have received certification from a nationally accredited pharmacy technician certification program (CPhT) and be registered with the New York State Board of Pharmacy. If an individual has a Pharmacy Intern license, they do not need to register with the State of PA RxPartners specific BU criteria may also include Driver's License and Automotive insurance · PA Pharmacy Tech Registration
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires a high school diploma and either a pharmacy technician program completion, six months of relevant experience, or enrollment in a pharmacy program. PA State Board of Pharmacy Registration is required, with PTCB or ExCPT certifications preferred.
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.
