Pharmacy Tech I - La Jolla Outpatient - 141697

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I for the La Jolla Outpatient site (Hillcrest) to assist the pharmacist with medication orders and preparation. The role involves distribution, computer order entry, inventory management, and supporting MTM services.

Candidates must hold a California Pharmacy Technician license, have strong data-entry and communication skills, and be able to work in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Ability to manage workload within deadlines.
• Computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to function in a high-volume, multi-demand environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter, accountable with minimal supervision.
• Professionalism and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in completing medication orders and preparation for patient use.
• Distribute medications including bedside delivery and mail order procedures.
• Perform computer order entry, record keeping, ordering, and billing functions.
• Maintain inventory levels and support MTM services.
• Support clinical outreach and other operational/administrative duties.

Skills

Pharmacy license

Pharmacy terminology

Deadline management

Data entry

Communication

Self-starter

Professionalism

Job description

#141697 Pharmacy Tech I - La Jolla Outpatient

Filing Deadline: Tue 10/13/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Payroll Title: PHARMACY TCHN 1

Department: OUTPATIENT PHARMACY

Hiring Pay Scale: $29.18 - $36.31 / Hour

Worksite: Hillcrest

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 50%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Variable, 8 Hour Shifts, Monday-Sunday

DESCRIPTION

Under close supervision, the Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist in completing medication orders and the preparation of medications for patient use according to established procedures; assists in the distribution of medications which may include bedside delivery and mail order procedures; performs computer order entry, record keeping, ordering, and billing functions; maintains inventory levels; supports clinical patient outreach/Medication Therapy Management services; and will perform other assigned operational and administrative duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.

• Ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.

• Computer experience and accurate data entry skills.

• Detail and organizational skills to sort, file and retrieve information.

• Ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.

• Ability to work in a self-directed work team environment and function effectively in a high-volume, multiple demand environment.

• Have excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.

• Ability to be a self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision; a person who is open to new ideas; and a creative and flexible individual who is comfortable working in a large, complex organization.

• Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a Community Pharmacy setting.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $60,928 - $75,815 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $29.18 - $36.31

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
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