Ambulatory/Outpatient Pharmacy Technician

University of California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California is looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to assist in all technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of medical terminology and be able to provide excellent customer service.

This role requires attention to detail, as well as the ability to manage inventory and assist with medication delivery. The position is fully on-site with varied hours based on department needs, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and follow-through on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical abbreviations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing.
• Manage inventory and ensure medication delivery at bedside.
• Conduct medication reconciliation and process prior authorizations.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Customer service skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Attention to detail

Telephone and verbal communication skills

Ability to lift and push weights

Job description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the staff pharmacist and pharmacy supervisor, the Pharmacy technician assists in all technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing activities, within the scope of their license. Duties include processing, filling and dispensing prescriptions as well as inventory management, medication delivery at bedside, prior authorization, Mailout process, medication reconciliation and other duties as assigned.

Hourly Salary Range: $27.88–$40.04 (Union represented, step based salary depending on years of experience)

• Pharmacy Technician I (9283): Less than 2 years of experience
• Pharmacy Technician II (9282): Equal to or more than 2 years of experience

Bargaining Unit: EX - AFSCME

Job Qualifications

We’re seeking a dedicated professional with:

• Ability to work independently and follow-through on assignments with minimal supervision
• Customer service, and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmaceutical abbreviations, pharmaceutical generic/trade names and their dosage forms, and the ability to cross-reference common drugs from memory
• Intense and consistent concentration with attention to detail, and requires speed and accuracy
• Telephone and verbal skills required to communicate clearly and effectively with pharmacists, nurses, physicians and other allied health professionals
• Ability to frequently required to stand, sit, and walk
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and push 50 lbs

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.

Work Location: Fully On-Site

Work Schedule: Varied hours, depending on department needs, including weekends and holidays