Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician

UCLA Outpatient Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,407 - 55,159; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Outpatient Clinics is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you'll assist the pharmacist in prescription filling and dispensing, inventory management, and medication delivery. The position offers varied hours including weekends and holidays, with union-represented hourly pay ranging from $27.88 to $40.04 depending on experience. Join us to make a positive impact in patient care and support the pharmacy team.

Qualifications

• Experience in prescription filling and dispensing.
• Knowledge of inventory management.
• Ability to perform medication reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing.
• Manage inventory and deliver medications at bedside.
• Perform prior authorization and Mailout process.

Skills

Prescription filling and dispensing

Inventory management

Medication reconciliation

Job description

Description

You bring more than skill, knowledge, and expertise to your role as an allied health professional. You bring a deep passion for improving the lives of everyone around you. At UCLA Health, we’re committed to fostering a working environment where you are supported and empowered to be your best. You’ll love it here!

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.

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

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