Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I

Sutter Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Sacramento is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to perform non-sterile preparation, packaging, labeling, and dispensing of medications and nutrition products. You will assist with inventory management, regulatory documentation, and ensure compliance with NABP, TJC, and USP guidelines.

This part-time role has varied shifts, 10 weekly hours, every other weekend, non-exempt status, and a pay range. Sutter Health emphasizes safety, quality, and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution.
• Prepare, compound, package, label, and dispense medications and nutritional products.
• Assist with medicine and supply inventory management and regulatory documentation.
• Adhere to NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA and USP guidelines to ensure privacy and safety.
• May orient other staff to the department and support team objectives.

Skills

Medical terminology

Pharmacy law

Inventory management

Communication skills

MS Office

Dosage calculation

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Pharmacy Technician program

Board registration requirements

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Organization

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, and nutritional products (non-sterile). Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe medication area. Assists with medicine and supply inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking accuracy of pricing, and completing required regulatory documentation. 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 other specific tasks and/or orienting other staff to the department.

Education

Job Description:

• 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 TCH-Pharmacy Technician

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 controlled substance 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 National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States 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, as applicable.
• Ability to perform basic inventory management duties
• Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Prepares, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, and nutritional products.
• Repackages and compounds nonsterile products.

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Short Hour

Shift Hours

10

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Every other Weekend

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

10

Employee Status

Short Hour

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.