Pharmacy Technician Evenings

Work Location: Orange, California

About the role

This shift will be variable, covering mornings and evenings. Shift start times may range from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Some night shift work will be required in the event of staff PTO. 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 program OR non-ASHP accredited program + 240 hours of externship, OR two (2) years of inpatient/outpatient hospital experience with a state license
• California Pharmacy Technician License
• Proficient in English, verbal and written communication skills, and pharmaceutical calculations
• Ability to type and accurately perform computer entry
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical compounding (sterile and non-sterile)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of inpatient pediatric Pharmacy experience
• Associate Degree in Pharmacy Technology
• CPhT – Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Certified Compounding Sterile Preparation (CSPT)
• Familiarity with Automated Dispensing Cabinet use and other IV workflow automation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)

Skills

• Proficient in pharmaceutical math calculations
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment

Light to moderate energy level with functional demands including:

• Lifting and carrying 25-35 lbs
• Pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs (e.g., empty bed, stretcher)
• Physical activities: Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, pushing/pulling, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting/kneeling/crawling, standing, talking or hearing, tasting or smelling, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation
• Lifting frequency:
  • Floor to waist level: Constant (67% or more), Frequent (36-66%), Occasional (0-35%)
  • 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
• Environmental conditions: Airborne communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, chemical exposure, dust particulate matter, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations

Pay

Pay Range:

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

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