Pharmacy Tech II/III - KOP & MCC Infusion - 139823
UC San Diego Health · San Diego, CA · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$55k–$68k/yrFull-time
About the role
This position performs a full range of duties in the Moores Cancer Center and the Koman Outpatient Pavilion pharmacy settings. Duties include assisting pharmacists in preparing medications, including antineoplastics/chemotherapy, for IV sterile compounding preparation and administration in accordance with established procedures under USP 797/800, assisting in the distribution of medications via Pyxis Med Station A Stations, maintaining skills applicable to all information systems within the pharmacy, managing inventory levels, and performing other duties as assigned. Depending on experience, this position can be hired as a Pharmacy Tech II or III.Responsibilities
- Prepares medications, including antineoplastics/chemotherapy, for IV sterile compounding preparation and administration in accordance with established procedures under USP 797/800.
- Aids in the distribution of medications via Pyxis Med Station A Stations.
- Maintains skills applicable to all information systems within the pharmacy.
- Manages inventory levels.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required for Pharmacy Tech III.
- Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy required for both Pharmacy Tech II/III.
- Minimum of two (2) years for Pharmacy Tech II of relevant experience (Infusion pharmacy, sterile compounding, inpatient pharmacy).
- Minimum of five (5) years for Pharmacy Tech III of relevant experience (Infusion pharmacy, sterile compounding, inpatient pharmacy).
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
- Proficient computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
- Detail and organizational skills to sort, file, and retrieve information.
- Ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.
- Ability to work in a self-directed work team environment and function effectively in a high-volume, multiple demand environment.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Infusion Pharmacy experience.
- Two to five (2-5) years of previous IV and Chemo experience.
Special Conditions
- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.