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University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pharmacy Technician
The University Pharmacy, a part of Student Health Services and Student affairs at the University of Pittsburgh is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented person to join our team. The University Pharmacy is a full-service pharmacy located on 5th avenue in Oakland, PA.
A service-oriented individual with the ability to perform work efficiently and accurately is desired. Experience working in a pharmacy or a Pharmacy Technician certification is required.
Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging, and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs, including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise, and referring appropriate questions concerning prescriptions and over the counter medicine to the pharmacist.
Follow all University, state and federal policies, laws and regulations, including HIPAA and Pseudoephedrine sales.
Resolve customer questions and concerns by communicating effectively with the customer and the management team and support staff in an efficient manner.
Our mission at Student Health Services is to provide high quality primary health care, prevention, health education, and pharmacy services to enhance student living and learning.
University Pharmacy provides access to health care for all Pitt community members and our neighbors.
Job Summary
Assists pharmacist in preparation and dispensing of prescriptions and supports staff with insurance billing. Takes verbal orders via telephone, assists with inventory and product return shipments, and performs basic financial tasks.
Essential Functions
Assists pharmacist in preparation and dispensing of medications.
Operates point of sale.
Supports staff with insurance billing and claim reconciliation.
Answers calls and takes orders for refills and over the counter orders.
Assists with ordering inventory items and supplies.
Assist with maintaining proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking and rotating drugs and other supplies per company policy and procedures.
Prepares and ships returns.
Operates point of sale.
Physical Effort
Physical effort required. Requires extensive standing, moving, ascending/descending, bending, lifting, and/or carrying. May be required to move objects over 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Pharmacy Technician
Job Family: Health Professionals
Job Sub Family: Student Health
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday with varying shifts
Work Arrangement: Monday through Friday with varying shifts
Hiring Range: $16.50-$24.75
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completi n of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter
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