Pharmacy Technician

At University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC), our talented and diverse groups of professionals represent our strength. Through teamwork and a collaborative work environment, we proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment. It’s our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.  Consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland, our team members have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment.

SUMMARY:

Under close supervision, assists the Staff Pharmacist in performing routine technical duties such as compounding, distribution, inventory control and storage of pharmaceutical items. Patients served include Neonate thru Adult-Geriatric.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position has no supervisory responsibility.

CONDITIONS: The new hire or transfer employee will remain within this job category for a probationary period of six months. With a satisfactory criteria based performance evaluation, the employee will advance to a regular status employee. If the evaluation is not satisfactory, the employee will be terminated.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months hospital or general pharmacy experience preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to read, interpret and transcribe data required.
• The ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of all patient and departmental documents is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with patients, physicians, health system officials, other health system personnel and the general public is essential.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform mathematical calculations when preparing medication dosages required.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to prioritize work responsibilities required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: Certified as a Pharmacy Technician for Pharmacy Technician II only.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Works in a clean, well-lighted environment with fluctuating temperatures. Requires lifting and carrying equipment and supplies weighing up to 35 lbs. approximately 35% of the time; requires pushing and pulling equipment and supplies weighing up to 75 lbs. approximately 35% of the time. Requires walking and standing approximately 70% of the time; requires sitting approximately 30% of the time; occasional ascending/descending stairs. Requires frequent bending and reaching. Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate equipment and dispense medications. Potential for exposure to blood and/or body substances and hazardous materials requiring observance of Standard Precautions and safe handling practices.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $20.47-$28.64
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide