Pharmacy Technician
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Commonwealth Health
PA
Summary
The pharmacy technician assists in the preparation and distribution of medication doses and maintains drug inventories, including restocking automated dispensing cabinets. They are also responsible for the preparation of oncology drugs and performing extemporaneous compounding.
Job Description
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JOB LOCATION - Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Working under the direct supervision of the pharmacist(s), the pharmacy technician assists in all pharmacy operations' functions related to: (1) preparation & distribution of all doses of medication; (2) maintenance of drug inventories (e.g., re-stocking automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital, drug packaging/re-packaging, extemporaneous compounding, code cart re-stock, etc); (3) preparation of oncology drugs |
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Position Qualifications |
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Education: High school diploma OR G.E.D. and one (1) to two (2) years supervised training or study required; courses in mathematics necessary |
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Experience/Specialized Skills/Aptitudes Verbal ability is necessary to understand physician’s orders and terminology for transcribing information onto a patient’s profile, also for labeling IV solutions and prescriptions. Adhere strictly to established practices. |
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Licenses/Certificates: PA pharmacy technician trainee registration |
Commonwealth Health is a trusted community healthcare provider serving Northeastern Pennsylvania with compassionate, high‑quality care. Our hospitals, clinics, and outpatient services are dedicated to ensuring accessible healthcare close to home for patients and families across the region.
We share a commitment to exceptional care – from modern treatments and technology to the talented doctors, nurses and staff working together to make our network a great places to receive care.
As part of Tenor Health Foundation, Commonwealth Health remains fully operational with no interruptions in care. Our providers, staff, and services remain in place so patients can continue receiving care from the teams they know and trust.
Just as with other Tenor Health Foundation hospitals, our nonprofit ownership reinforces a mission‑driven focus on community health, stability, and long‑term sustainability. This allows us to invest in quality care now and for the future.
Acute Care Hospitals
• Moses Taylor Hospital
• Regional Hospital of Scranton
• Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
Affiliated Physician Practice
• Commonwealth Health Physician Network
160 primary care & specialty providers
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Commonwealth Health is a trusted community healthcare provider serving Northeastern Pennsylvania with compassionate, high‑quality care. Our hospitals, clinics, and outpatient services are dedicated to ensuring accessible healthcare close to home for patients and families across the region.
We share a commitment to exceptional care – from modern treatments and technology to the talented doctors, nurses and staff working together to make our network a great places to receive care.
As part of Tenor Health Foundation, Commonwealth Health remains fully operational with no interruptions in care. Our providers, staff, and services remain in place so patients can continue receiving care from the teams they know and trust.
Just as with other Tenor Health Foundation hospitals, our nonprofit ownership reinforces a mission‑driven focus on community health, stability, and long‑term sustainability. This allows us to invest in quality care now and for the future.
Acute Care Hospitals
• Moses Taylor Hospital
• Regional Hospital of Scranton
• Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
Affiliated Physician Practice
• Commonwealth Health Physician Network
160 primary care & specialty providers
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
