UPMC Shadyside is looking to hire a Pharmacy Assistant to join our team! This position will work a rotating schedule, daylight/evenings and every 3rd weekend.

Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $5,000 with a 2-year work commitment to UPMC!

• $3,000 would be paid at the start of your journey with UPMC, with an additional $2,000 if promoted to Pharmacy Technician within first 6-months.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Pharmacy Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

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:

1. General Support:

• Provide and receive information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.
• Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
• Finalize sales using the cash register and follow proper cash handling policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
• Ensure that all medications in all areas are safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Maintain all pertinent documentation, including 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).
• Practice appropriate hand hygiene both in the pharmacy and in the units.
• Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records.

2. 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.
• Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return them (and process any necessary credits) to the appropriate pharmacy area.

3. Filling:

• Assist in the preparation of proper oral medications for the correct patient, ensuring administration at the appropriate time.
• Use proper technique in medication preparation.
• Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting, and stocking practices. Initial and date products as required.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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