Infusion Pharmacy Tech II/III – Sterile Chemo & IV Prep

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center and Koman Outpatient Pavilion pharmacy seek a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparation of medications including antineoplastics for IV sterile compounding and administration under USP 797/800. Responsibilities include Pyxis distribution, inventory management, and supporting medication orders in a high-volume setting.

Depending on experience, the position may be hired as Pharmacy Tech II or Pharmacy Tech III.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required for Tech III.
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy required for Tech II/III.
• Two years of relevant infusion/sterile compounding experience for Tech II.
• Five years of relevant infusion/sterile compounding experience for Tech III.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparation of medications including antineoplastics/chemo for IV sterile compounding under USP 797/800.
• Assist in distribution of medications via Pyxis Med Station A.
• Maintain inventory levels and support medication orders in the assigned area.
• Work in a high-volume, multi-demand environment with deadlines.

Skills

CPhT certification

Pharmacy terminology

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Education

California Pharmacy Technician License

CPhT certification

Job description

UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center and Koman Outpatient Pavilion pharmacy seek a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparation of medications including antineoplastics for IV sterile compounding and administration under USP 797/800. Responsibilities include Pyxis distribution, inventory management, and supporting medication orders in a high-volume setting.

Depending on experience, the position may be hired as Pharmacy Tech II or Pharmacy Tech III.