Pharmacy Tech, Inpatient Pharmacy (Full Time 10 Hour Shifts)

Work Location: Orange, California

About the role

This is a full-time position with work hours consisting of 4–10-hour shifts. The starting time of the work shift will vary, ranging from 5 am to 3 pm. Periodic weekend work is required.

The Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of staff pharmacists, according to standard procedures. Responsibilities include preparing medications pursuant to physician orders, performing sterile and non-sterile compounding in the Main Pharmacy, repackaging bulk medication in unit dose form, restocking automatic dispensing machines, answering phone calls, and troubleshooting questions within the scope of their practice. Additional duties involve inventory management, conducting regular unit inspections, maintaining records and documentation, and participating in departmental educational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications pursuant to physician orders.
• Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding in the Main Pharmacy.
• Repackage bulk medication in unit dose form.
• Restock automatic dispensing machines.
• Answer phone calls and troubleshoot questions within the scope of practice.
• Participate in inventory management activities.
• Conduct regular unit inspections.
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation.
• Participate in departmental educational initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum six (6) weeks of Pharmacy externship training or one year of inpatient/outpatient Pharmacy experience.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Graduated from an ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program and a minimum of 240 hours of externship, or two (2) years of inpatient hospital experience with a state license.
• California Pharmacy Technician License.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Proficient in English, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to type and accurately perform computer entry.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical compounding (sterile and non-sterile).
  • Proficiency in pharmaceutical math calculations.
• Preferred:
  • Two (2) years of inpatient pediatric Pharmacy experience.
  • Associate Degree in Pharmacy Technology.
  • Familiarity with Automated Dispensing Cabinet use and other IV workflow automation.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
  • CPhT – Certified Pharmacy Technician.
  • Certified Compounding Sterile Preparation (CSPT).

Skills

• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Pharmaceutical calculations.
• Sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Computer proficiency and data entry.

Work Environment

Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level.

• Lift and carry 25-35 lbs.
• Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements:

• Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion.
• Pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead.
• Sitting, squat/kneel/crawl, standing, talking or hearing, taste or smell.
• Twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.

Physical Activity Lifting:

• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant (67% or more), Frequent (36-66%), Occasional (0-35%).
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant (67% or more), Frequent (36-66%), Occasional (0-35%).

Sensory Requirements:

• Color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.

Environment Requirements:

• Airborne communicable disease, bloodborne pathogens, chemical exposure.
• Dust particulate matter, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures.
• Radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.

Pay

Pay Range:

• Minimum: $25.46
• Midpoint: $33.73
• Maximum: $42.01

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.