Hospital Pharmacy Tech – Sterile Prep & Safe Med Distribution

Valley-Presbyterian-Hospita; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support safe and accurate medication distribution in a fast-paced hospital environment. This on-site role involves sterile compounding, operating Pyxis systems, inventory control, and maintaining records.

Qualified candidates hold a California Pharmacy Technician license and can obtain an LA City Fire Card within 30 days. This part-time position offers opportunities for growth and exposure to advanced pharmacy technology.

Qualifications

• Current California State Board of Pharmacy Technician License.
• Ability to obtain an LA City Fire Card within 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain all required certifications, mandatory education, and occupational health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications, including unit-dose, batch, and stock medications.
• Operate and maintain automated medication distribution systems, including Pyxis and TPN compounders.
• Prepare sterile IV admixtures and parenteral solutions using aseptic technique.
• Repackage, label, store, and manage pharmaceutical inventory.
• Refill automated dispensing cabinets and troubleshoot medication distribution issues.
• Assist with controlled substance documentation and medication inventory control.
• Restock medication carts, floor stock, specialty trays, and emergency kits.
• Process medication charges and maintain accurate pharmacy records.
• Prioritize medication orders and communicate urgent needs to pharmacists.
• Participate in orientation and training of new pharmacy staff.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations, hospital policies, and National Patient Safety Goals.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Sterile compounding

Automated dispensing systems

Pharmaceutical calculations

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patient safety focus

Education

California State Board of Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

Pyxis

TPN compounders

Job description

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support safe and accurate medication distribution in a fast-paced hospital environment. This on-site role involves sterile compounding, operating Pyxis systems, inventory control, and maintaining records.

Qualified candidates hold a California Pharmacy Technician license and can obtain an LA City Fire Card within 30 days. This part-time position offers opportunities for growth and exposure to advanced pharmacy technology.