Per Diem Pharmacy Technician 1

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center at UCLA is seeking a Per Diem Pharmacy Technician I to support the Bruin Health Pharmacy. Under supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, you will assist the pharmacist with core functions and duties, while not performing acts requiring professional judgment.

Required CA Pharmacy Technician License; preferred PTCB certification. Excellent communication with students and staff, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are

Qualifications

• State and federal pharmacy regulations knowledge required.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse student/staff population.
• Professional communication and clear documentation.
• Ability to handle high volume of customer interactions and tasks.
• Proficient in written communication with proper grammar and syntax.
• Diplomatic interpersonal skills with colleagues and departments.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with minimal direction.
• Familiarity with OTC, pharmaceutical names, abbreviations, and medical/insurance terminologies.
• HIPAA and FERPA compliance awareness.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist with core functions and duties under supervision.
• Perform tasks as directed by the Pharmacy Manager or designee.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Interpersonal with diverse groups

Professional communication

High-volume customer interactions

Clear documentation

Diplomatic rapport

Independent task prioritization

OTC/pharmacy terminology

HIPAA/FERPA compliance

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Education

CA Pharmacy Technician License

PTCB Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Department Summary

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals. Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture - all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy. UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager of the Bruin Health Pharmacy at the Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center and/or their designee (e.g. Staff Pharmacist) the Per Diem Pharmacy Technician I shall perform the functions of pharmacy technician and shall be responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the core functions and duties and perform other pharmacy functions as listed below. A Per Diem Pharmacy Technician I is not authorized to perform any act requiring the exercise of professional judgment by a Pharmacist.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to the practice of pharmacy. (Required)


• Skill in effectively interacting with students and staff from diverse cultural, ethnic/racial, social and sexual orientations. (Required)


• Ability to receive constructive criticism and guidance with equanimity and engage in discussions with supervisor regarding performance in a professional manner. (Required)


• Ability to handle high volume of customer interactions and other work tasks. (Required)


• Proficient technical skills in computers and composing emails, messages and other documents that are clear, concise with use of proper syntax and grammar. (Required)


• Skill in interacting diplomatically to establish rapport and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, administrators and personnel in other departments. (Required)


• Skill in working independently to organize and prioritize job tasks with minimal direction to optimize efficiency. (Required)


• Knowledge of over-the-counter (OTC), pharmaceutical names, abbreviations, and medical and insurance terminologies. (Required)


• Ability in maintaining patient confidentiality in compliance with University, state and federal guidelines including HIPAA and FERPA regulations, and handling sensitive medical issues tactfully. (Required)


• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• CA Pharmacy Technician License (Required)


• Certified Technician by examination PTCB (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.


• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.


• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.


• TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.


• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the \"Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse\".

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

EX-Patient Care Technical