University of Maryland Medical System
Inpatient Pharmacy Technician III, Oncology, Evenings
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing and University of Maryland, Baltimore, UMMS is an integrated network of care that delivers 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS provides primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, as well as a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties.
Job Description The Pharmacy Technician III is responsible for providing pharmacy services including dispensing, preparing, compounding, and delivering pharmaceuticals. Duties include inventory control, compliance audits, financial transactions, customer service, maintaining pharmacy records, calculation and measurement of medications in accordance with USP and other best practice standards, and performing technical pharmacy tasks such as medication history collection and specialized medication handling. The Technician assists in the onboarding and training of staff under Pharmacy Leadership and performs functions in Ambulatory Pharmacy, Inpatient Pharmacy, Infusion Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical Research Center in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacist(s) and other pharmacy leaders.
Primary Responsibilities
Selects, packages, and labels medication and supply orders for inspection and approval by a pharmacist; processes medication orders following protocol including accurate data entry.
Maintains, tracks, and monitors inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established par levels and informs the appropriate individual of stock needs and shortages.
Uses general medical informatics knowledge of order‑entry systems, automated dispensing devices, bar‑code medication administration (BCMA) systems, and clinical integrated systems.
Delivers medications, pharmacy products, and/or pharmacy services to patients, agents of the patient, or patient care areas in compliance with regulatory standards.
Calculates, measures, and compounds medications in accordance with USP 795, USP 797, USP 800, and/or other established practices.
Collaborates with the health care team, pharmacist, and/or patient to identify and resolve patient‑specific medication management needs.
Obtains detailed medication history from various sources to support pharmacist verification and performs specialized medication handling/processing and/or compounding practices for unique patient populations.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education & Experience – Required
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Maryland Technician Registration or Maryland Pharmacy Intern Certificate or Pharmacy Student Technician Exemption Certificate for students enrolled and in good standing at an accredited School of Pharmacy.
1 year experience required.
Education & Experience – Preferred
Specialty experience preferred for specialty roles.
National Certification (CPhT).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
Demonstrates self‑responsibility and accountability for professional practice.
Adheres to best practice standards, hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Maintains competence in work‑and pharmacy‑related technology and supports training of team members when appropriate.
Seeks validation of knowledge and skill level and assertively seeks guidance when needed.
Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills.
Demonstrates effective communication using appropriate lines of authority.
Engages in professional growth through educational programs, literature, workshops, and meetings.
Maintains knowledge of UMMS operations and communication channels.
Represents the department on hospital committees and community organizations.
Participates in development of medication use and management policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $22.57 – $31.59.
Eligible for shift differentials and up to $1,200 sign‑on bonus.
Review the 2025‑2026 UMMS Benefits Guide.
Like many employers, UMMS is targeted by cybercriminals impersonating recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
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Job Description The Pharmacy Technician III is responsible for providing pharmacy services including dispensing, preparing, compounding, and delivering pharmaceuticals. Duties include inventory control, compliance audits, financial transactions, customer service, maintaining pharmacy records, calculation and measurement of medications in accordance with USP and other best practice standards, and performing technical pharmacy tasks such as medication history collection and specialized medication handling. The Technician assists in the onboarding and training of staff under Pharmacy Leadership and performs functions in Ambulatory Pharmacy, Inpatient Pharmacy, Infusion Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical Research Center in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacist(s) and other pharmacy leaders.
Primary Responsibilities
Selects, packages, and labels medication and supply orders for inspection and approval by a pharmacist; processes medication orders following protocol including accurate data entry.
Maintains, tracks, and monitors inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established par levels and informs the appropriate individual of stock needs and shortages.
Uses general medical informatics knowledge of order‑entry systems, automated dispensing devices, bar‑code medication administration (BCMA) systems, and clinical integrated systems.
Delivers medications, pharmacy products, and/or pharmacy services to patients, agents of the patient, or patient care areas in compliance with regulatory standards.
Calculates, measures, and compounds medications in accordance with USP 795, USP 797, USP 800, and/or other established practices.
Collaborates with the health care team, pharmacist, and/or patient to identify and resolve patient‑specific medication management needs.
Obtains detailed medication history from various sources to support pharmacist verification and performs specialized medication handling/processing and/or compounding practices for unique patient populations.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education & Experience – Required
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Maryland Technician Registration or Maryland Pharmacy Intern Certificate or Pharmacy Student Technician Exemption Certificate for students enrolled and in good standing at an accredited School of Pharmacy.
1 year experience required.
Education & Experience – Preferred
Specialty experience preferred for specialty roles.
National Certification (CPhT).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
Demonstrates self‑responsibility and accountability for professional practice.
Adheres to best practice standards, hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Maintains competence in work‑and pharmacy‑related technology and supports training of team members when appropriate.
Seeks validation of knowledge and skill level and assertively seeks guidance when needed.
Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills.
Demonstrates effective communication using appropriate lines of authority.
Engages in professional growth through educational programs, literature, workshops, and meetings.
Maintains knowledge of UMMS operations and communication channels.
Represents the department on hospital committees and community organizations.
Participates in development of medication use and management policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $22.57 – $31.59.
Eligible for shift differentials and up to $1,200 sign‑on bonus.
Review the 2025‑2026 UMMS Benefits Guide.
Like many employers, UMMS is targeted by cybercriminals impersonating recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
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