Outpatient Retail Pharmacy Technician, Rotating

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care and integrating academic medicine into everyday practice. UMMS partners with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing, and University of Maryland, Baltimore to educate future healthcare professionals and provides comprehensive care across urban, suburban, and rural communities in Maryland.

About the role

The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for various pharmacy tasks such as dispensing, preparing, and delivering medications, managing inventory, performing compliance audits, handling financial transactions, and providing customer service. This position also assists in the onboarding and training of new staff under the supervision of Pharmacy Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Selects, packages, and labels medication and supply orders for pharmacist review.
• Processes medication orders accurately, entering patient and insurance information as needed.
• Selects correct drug products, fills prescriptions, and matches labels according to orders.
• Maintains and tracks inventory levels, reporting stock needs and shortages to appropriate personnel.
• Uses medical informatics tools like order-entry systems, automated dispensing devices, and barcode technology to support daily duties.
• Delivers medications, pharmacy products, and services to patients, patient representatives, or care areas in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Required: Maryland Technician Registration or Maryland Pharmacy Intern Certificate/Pharmacy Student Technician Exemption Certificate.
• Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
• Demonstrates self-responsibility and accountability for professional practice.
• Adheres to best practice standards and hospital policies.
• Maintains competency in pharmacy-related technology and applications.
• Seeks validation of knowledge and skills as necessary.
• Practices effective problem identification and resolution.
• Enhances professional growth through participation in educational programs and community involvement.
• Maintains knowledge of UMMS operations and departmental communications.
• Understands UMMS mission, vision, and values.