Pharmacy Tech I: IV Meds & Safe Drug Distribution

01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; California (MO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in California seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists by preparing, processing, and delivering medications with supervision. The role requires a California Pharmacy Technician Certificate and SVH Chemo Certification, with 1–2 years of hospital experience preferred.

New hires must obtain the Chemo Cert within 120 days. Responsibilities include entering orders, preparing intravenous admixtures, stocking medications, and ensuring accurate narcotics

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current California Pharmacy Technician Certificate required.
• SVH Chemotherapy Certification required.
• New hires/transfers have 120 days to obtain Chemo Cert.

Responsibilities

• Enter medication orders into computer patient profiles accurately.
• Gather medications for prescriptions and unit-dose carts.
• Fill unit dose carts and stock shelves.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas per schedule.
• Prepare intravenous admixtures and sterile products.
• Assist in ordering, receiving, and storing pharmaceuticals.
• Maintain accurate narcotics accounting under pharmacist supervision.
• Ensure department cleanliness and documentation of inspections.
• Maintain current technician certification and participate in meetings.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Hospital setting

Education

California Pharmacy Technician Certificate

SVH Chemo Certification

Tools

Talyst system

Job description

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in California seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists by preparing, processing, and delivering medications with supervision. The role requires a California Pharmacy Technician Certificate and SVH Chemo Certification, with 1–2 years of hospital experience preferred.

New hires must obtain the Chemo Cert within 120 days. Responsibilities include entering orders, preparing intravenous admixtures, stocking medications, and ensuring accurate narcotics