UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center is hiring: Pharmacy Technician - Part-Time in P

Join Our Healthcare Team at UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside - Presbyterian Campus!

Are you a pharmacy technician looking for a new opportunity? Join our team at UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside - Presbyterian Campus! As an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician, you'll work with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of patient care. 

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.

Responsibilities:

Filling:

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• Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting, and stocking practices. 

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• 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.

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Distribution:

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• 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.

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• Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area.

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General:

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• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.

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• 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.

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• 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.
  
  

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• Note: 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.

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Why UPMC Presbyterian?

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• Career Growth: We offer opportunities for career advancement, continuous training, and ongoing education.

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• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive, team-focused environment.

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• Innovative Excellence: Join a top academic medical center dedicated to healthcare innovation, research, and education.

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• Impactful Work: Help ensure patients receive timely and safe medications, aiding their health and recovery. 
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Take the next step in your pharmacy career with UPMC. Apply now and join a team that values your development and success!

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• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required AND one of the following:
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  • Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program

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  • Six months of previous pharmacy technician experience

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  • Six months experience as a Pharmacy Assistant within the UPMC Health System

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  • Enrollment in a college program and in good standing

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran