Hospital Pharmacy Technician – Entry-Level & Fast-Paced

LE0010 Stanford Health Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical services, including processing prescriptions under Board of Pharmacy regulations. Entry-level work for 6–12 months under close supervision, with potential for growth within the Stanford Health Care pharmacy team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and six months of related experience or externship.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, or Pharmacy Technician Externship performed at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Department of Pharmacy.
• Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

Responsibilities

• Enter medication orders into the pharmacy system under pharmacist supervision.
• Operate automated dispensing equipment for accurate preparation and storage.
• Maintain medication inventory and place stock replacement orders.
• Receive and inspect stock deliveries for accuracy and proper storage.
• Perform routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Prepare, package, compound and label non-sterile drug products with pharmacist checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

Pharmacy terminology

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Stanford Health Care seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical services, including processing prescriptions under Board of Pharmacy regulations. Entry-level work for 6–12 months under close supervision, with potential for growth within the Stanford Health Care pharmacy team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and six months of related experience or externship.