UPMC Presbyterian is looking to hire a Pharmacy Assistant to join our team!

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

• Pharmacy Assistants are eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of $3,000 upfront, and then a second installment of $2,000 after 6 months if promoted to Pharmacy Technician. This comes with a 2-year commitment to UPMC!

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:

• 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.
• Finalize sales using cash register, follow proper cash handling policies and procedures
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain all pertinent documentation as required. This includes eye wash logs, refrigerator logs, perpetual inventory logs etc.
• Retrieve medications that have been discontinued and return (and credits if necessary) them to the appropriate pharmacy area
• 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.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive service relationship during medication distribution process.
• Use computer skills to process and maintain all patient information and records.

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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
• Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.