Registered Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

INTRODUCTION

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

ABOUT ST. CHRISTOPHER'S HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital. In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Hospital Tour.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The pharmacy technician under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmacy services to special populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, and young adults. The pharmacy technician assists in all pharmacy operations functions in compliance with department and hospital policies and procedures, to provide optimal pharmaceutical care. The pharmacy technician under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist is responsible for the preparation, dispensing, distribution, and delivery of medications including non-sterile products and sterile products.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

Experience

• Relevant Experience

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

• Registered Pharmacy Technician in Pennsylvania
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required upon hire or within the first 12 months of employment

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Analytical Skills
• Collaborative Skills
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Strong Team Player