Tower Health·West Reading, Pennsylvania
Assists pharmacists in providing pharmacy services, including the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of patient-specific medications. Responsible for maintaining automated technology equipment and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Assists the pharmacist in his/her professional responsibilities in providing pharmacy services Works under the direction of a licensed pharmacist Participates in the preparation, dispensing, distribution and return of patient specific medications including intravenous admixtures Supplies and maintains automated technology equipment Packages unit of use dosages Maintains and transports pharmaceuticals Performs tasks associated with regulatory compliance Documents activities as indicated and performs other duties as required #READ
Education Requirements High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education Certification and Licensure Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Pennsylvania Required Skills Collaborative Skills Computer Skills to include use and navigation Customer Service Skills Detail Oriented Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills Good Reasoning Skills Listening Skills Microsoft Office Applications Multitasking Organizational Skills Problem Solving Skills Strong Team Player
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania.
Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St.
Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University).
Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences.
Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and registration as a Pharmacy Technician or Trainee in Pennsylvania. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
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.