Pharmacy Tech I: Chemotherapy & Hospital Care Specialist

Salinas Valley Health; California; On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Pharmacy is seeking a skilled Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in delivering medications to patients with accuracy and timeliness.

The role involves handling chemotherapy and hazardous substances under supervision, managing inventory, and assisting with patient charges. California certification and 1–2 years hospital experience are preferred; Talyst packaging is used.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current California Pharmacy Technician Certificate required.
• SVH Chemotherapy Certification required.
• 1–2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter medication orders into patient profiles accurately.
• Gather medications for orders and fill unit dose carts.
• Prepare intravenous admixtures and chemotherapy under supervision.
• Deliver medications and supplies; maintain drug inventory.
• Replenish medications in emergency carts; monitor stock.
• Maintain accurate narcotics accounting under pharmacist supervision.
• Prepare and package medications using Talyst system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pharmacy terminology

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Talyst system

Job description

Salinas Valley Health Pharmacy is seeking a skilled Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in delivering medications to patients with accuracy and timeliness.

The role involves handling chemotherapy and hazardous substances under supervision, managing inventory, and assisting with patient charges. California certification and 1–2 years hospital experience are preferred; Talyst packaging is used.