Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician III

Sutter Health; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Program Specialist to support the pharmacy staff, coordinate technician workflows, and provide safe medication preparation and distribution. The role emphasizes compliance with Joint Commission, DHS, FDA, USP standards and effective communication with clinicians and patients.

The position is primarily remote, with required onsite attendance for training, meetings, and operational needs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or meeting board requirements for registration.
• PHRMTECHR, PHARMC, or PHARMT licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Supports and coordinates staffing and work assignments for pharmacy technicians.
• Acts as liaison between department, staff, physicians, patients, families and site staff.
• Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to ensure safe and cost-effective therapy.
• Adheres to local/state/federal regulations and safety/privacy standards.
• May orient other staff to the department.
• Primarily remote role with onsite attendance for training/meetings as needed.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Pharmacy procedures

Communication

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Digital literacy

Education

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR

EPIC

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview

Supports and participates in the overall operation of the pharmacy technicians, including staffing and work assignments of the technicians. Serves as the liaison between the department and staff, information systems, physicians, patients, family, and other site staff. Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment and has developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.

While this position is primarily remote, onsite attendance will be required as needed for training, meetings, team activities, and other operational needs.

Job Description

Although this position is remote, regular access to and the ability to report to local clinic or office locations is required. Onsite attendance may be necessary for meetings, training, performance-related activities, operational support, and other business needs.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
• OR Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration

Certification & Licensure

• PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician
• OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician
• OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician

Typical Experience

• 4 years recent relevant experience

Skills And Knowledge

• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.
• Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $34.88 to $48.83 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.