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DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will undertake various responsibilities, including the receipt, preparation, dispensing, and documentation of prescriptions, including controlled substances, under the guidance of a Registered Pharmacist. You will support software-related tasks such as generating reports and printing Medical Administration Records (MARs) and Treatment Administration Records (TARs) as necessary. It is crucial to manage and oversee the pharmacy inventory in accordance with established reorder levels. You will prepare purchase requests for pharmaceuticals, receive and organize incoming orders, and maintain records of requisitions and purchases. Additionally, you will assist with periodic inventory assessments, identify and process expired pharmaceuticals for return to the manufacturer, and enter medication orders into computerized profiles while updating them as needed. Familiarity with resident medication histories is required, along with the compounding of prescriptions, such as ointments, as instructed. You will utilize reference materials to enhance your understanding of drug names, strengths, and product identification. Contributions to the Quality Improvement Program or other facility initiatives are expected, alongside maintaining a clean and organized work area while performing related housekeeping tasks. Clerical support duties, including typing, copying, filing, answering phones, and managing messages, will also be part of your responsibilities.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 7.5 hour day/37.5 hours weekly Work hours are 1st Shift: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of experience assisting a licensed pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications in a hospital pharmacy. or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements:

You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applicatio s and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.