Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II

Sutter Health; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their team. This role involves preparing and dispensing medications, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of pharmaceutical practices, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient care. Join a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth, while contributing to the health and well-being of the community. If you are passionate about pharmacy and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program is required.
• Must maintain certification and complete continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses medications while adhering to safety protocols.
• Maintains inventory and performs billing and record-keeping tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Pharmaceutical calculations

Written and verbal communication skills

Time management and organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

EPIC

Job description

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

Organization:

MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

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, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixture and solutions. Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Assists with medicine and supplies 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. Able to serve as the primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff for inpatient pharmacy technician tasks. Perform functions such as patient medication history interviews and documentation in the electronic medical record independent of performance in other pharmacy tasks. Independently research and resolve controlled substance discrepancies and complete resolution process with nursing/anesthesia/or other clinical users.

Job Description:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

PHARMACY SERVICES:

• Assists in the provision of pharmaceutical services including drug preparation, distribution, inventory control, quality control, and proper documentation according to policy and procedure.

• Performs billing, pricing, record keeping, and provision of services required to meet regulatory requirements.

• Maintains records of drug distribution, works with vendors to requisition or return drugs.

• Accurately interprets, transcribes, and dispenses orders/prescriptions, under the direction of a pharmacist.

• Mentors and fosters a constructive teaching environment that helps students, interns, and pharmacy technicians gain competencies and skills. Conducts specialty training and meets competency trainer requirements.

CLERICAL:

• Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones; updating patient information; or retrieving, entering, and revising patient electronic health records.

• Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patients in medical and departmental records.

SAFETY:

• Participates in quality improvement processes, including updating and revision of safety and procedure manuals and interdisciplinary projects.

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment by complying with policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection-control protocols. COMPLIANCE:

• Maintains strictest confidence of all patient Protected Health Information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.

• Assists the pharmacists in preparing, administering, and documenting medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations.

• Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of pharmacy, the drug enforcement administration, and the food and drug administration by assisting pharmacists in monitoring nursing unit inspections; maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory; maintaining current registration; studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation.

• Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure requirements.

• Develops hospital staff's pharmacological knowledge by participating in clinical programs, training pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and health care professionals.

FULFILLMENT CENTER

• Members of the Fulfillment Center float pool report to work at various locations within a designated service area as assigned

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

OR " Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration"

CERIFICATION & LICENSURE:

PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year 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 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, EHR, and EPIC.

• 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.

• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

• 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.

• Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

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

Pay Range is $38.97 to $48.70 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.