Pharmacy Tech II/III - La Jolla Inpatient - 140920

Department: Inpatient Pharmacy • Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center • Appointment Type: Career • Appointment Percent: 50% • Union: EX Contract

About the Role

Under general supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and/or Supervisor, the Pharmacy Technician II/III assists the pharmacist in the preparation of medications for patient use (oral and parenteral) according to established procedures; assists in the distribution of medications, record keeping, and billing functions; maintains inventory levels; performs assigned operational duties in a scheduled area and will assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution duties in the assigned areas. The Pharmacy Technician II/III may also assist the pharmacist in performing best possible medication histories for patients. Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Pharmacy Tech level II or level III.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing medications for patient use (oral and parenteral).
• Support medication distribution, record keeping, and billing functions.
• Maintain inventory levels.
• Perform operational duties in assigned areas.
• Assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution tasks.
• Perform best possible medication histories for patients.

Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by PTCB (required for Pharmacy Tech level III).
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Two to five (2 - 5) years of previous inpatient pharmacy technician experience.
• Proven knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Strong computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Excellent detail and organizational skills to sort, file, and retrieve information.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with IV sterile compounding preparation.
• Two (2) years of experience in an inpatient hospital setting.

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.

Pay

Annual Full Pay Range: $58,339 - $72,537 (prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) • Hourly Equivalent: $27.94 - $34.74

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Schedule

Variable, 10-hour shifts