Pharmacy Assistant at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Cash Handling, Medication Distribution, Stocking, Medication Filling, Regulatory Compliance, Documentation, Computer Skills, HIPAA Compliance, OSHA Compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC Mercy is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Assistant (Pharmacy Technician in Training) to support our facility! Candidates must have a desire to become a Pharmacy Technician through a free online program and hands on training which will allow for advancement in the Pharmacy Technician career ladder and certification opportunities. This position works rotating shifts. Preferred candidates will have strong customer service skills and a desire to advance in the Pharmacy career ladder. This position is eligible for a Sign on Bonus of $3,000 with a 2 year commitment to UPMC and an additional $2,000 upon promotion to Pharmacy Technician, Associate. Purpose: The Pharmacy Assistant provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by primarily assisting with the organization, stocking, and distribution of medications while under the direct supervisor of a licensed pharmacist. The Pharmacy Assistant services are provided in compliance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations. Responsibilities: General: 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. General: finalize sales using cash register, follow proper cash handling policies and procedures Distribution: 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. Filling: Assist in the preparation of the proper oral medications for the correct patient for administration at the appropriate time. Use proper technique in the preparation of medications. General: Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment. Filling: Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting and stocking practices. Initial and date products as required. General: 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. General: Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc. Distribution: Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area General: comply with Federal and State laws such as HIPAA, regulations such as OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements such as FWA and CMS. General: Practice appropriate hand hygiene both in the pharmacy and in the units. Distribution: Develop and maintain positive and productive service relationship during medication distribution process. General: Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records. Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant primarily supports pharmaceutical care by assisting with the organization, stocking, and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Responsibilities include preparing oral medications, maintaining a stocked work environment, and ensuring secure storage of all medications according to regulations.