Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

The Pharmacy Technician supports daily pharmacy operations by accurately preparing prescription medications for final verification by a Pharmacist. This role focuses on medication picking, labeling, scanning, packaging, and fulfillment in a fast-paced, production-oriented pharmacy environment. It is a full-time, contract-to-hire position based in Pennsylvania, offering consistent evening hours and the opportunity to build hands-on experience in pharmacy operations under the supervision of licensed Pharmacists.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill daily medication orders under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
• Pick and pull medications from shelving and designated medication storage areas.
• Apply labels to blister cards and other packaging, and scan medications to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare completed prescriptions for final verification by a Pharmacist.
• Identify medications or products that do not scan correctly and promptly notify the Pharmacist on duty.
• Assist with processing returned medications in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepack, label, and store frequently ordered medications as needed to support workflow.
• Package medications and pharmacy products in accordance with pharmacy standards and procedures.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient workstation throughout the shift.
• Replenish pharmacy supplies and inventory needed at the workstation to support continuous operations.
• Follow all applicable pharmacy regulations, including HIPAA requirements and departmental policies.
• Adhere to departmental safety, attendance, and dress-code policies.
• Work efficiently in a production-focused environment while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
• Collaborate with Pharmacists and pharmacy staff to support overall medication fulfillment and patient care.
• Perform additional pharmacy-related duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Essential Skills

• Active, clear Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician license issued by the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately pick medications, apply labels, scan products, and prepare prescriptions for final Pharmacist verification.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production-focused pharmacy environment while maintaining accuracy and workflow.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work at a moderate pace while maintaining high attention to detail when picking, labeling, scanning, and packaging medications.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow pharmacy procedures and pharmacist instructions.
• Ability to follow established pharmacy procedures and directions from Pharmacists.
• Capability to maintain an organized workstation and proactively replenish necessary supplies.
• Ability to identify scanning or medication issues and escalate them appropriately to the Pharmacist.
• Physical ability to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to work overtime, holidays, and rotating weekends when required.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-focused pharmacy setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous Pharmacy Technician experience preferred but not required, offering growth opportunities for licensed candidates.
• Experience in retail pharmacy, long-term care pharmacy, or other pharmacy settings is a plus.
• Experience in pharmacy production, fulfillment, or pharmaceutical industry operations is beneficial.
• Experience with health care environments and pharmacy support functions such as order entry, inventory, and administrative support.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
• Experience in call center or customer service roles supporting patients, prescribers, or insurance inquiries is an advantage.
• Knowledge of drug products, prior authorization processes, and insurance-related pharmacy workflows is helpful.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or similar quality standards is a plus.
• Strong data entry skills and accuracy in handling prescription information and medication details.

Work Environment

This position is 100% onsite in a pharmacy setting in Pennsylvania. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with regular responsibilities that include picking, labeling, scanning, packaging, and preparing medications for pharmacist verification. Team members may sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend throughout the workday and may be required to sit or stand for approximately 710 hours per day. The role requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and maintain good visual acuity for reading fine print, medication labels, and product information. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., totaling 40 hours per week, with rotating weekends, overtime, and holiday coverage as needed based on business demands. No travel is required. The pharmacy follows established safety, attendance, and dress-code policies, and offers a structured, production-oriented culture with opportunities to learn and grow in pharmacy operations and medication fulfillment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.

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