Pharmacy Tech II - Full-Time Variable

Ocean State Job Lot; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a Pharmacy Tech II to ensure availability and delivery of medications to authorized locations and personnel. You will maintain in‑date medication inventory and obtain accurate patient histories, while preparing and repackaging medications and recording charges as needed.

Work schedules may include on‑call or hourly coverage to support patient care. Qualifications include 1 year of pharmacy tech experience preferred, strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• 1 year of pharmacy tech experience preferred.
• Demonstrated communication, project management, and computer literacy skills.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and perform in high‑pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures; complies with risk management, safety, security, and infection control requirements.
• Answers phones.
• Attend pharmacy staff meetings/in-services.
• Check in and stock orders; reorder as required.
• Enter charges for manual billing needs.
• Prepare Accurate/Sterile IV orders.
• Repackage medications; ensure proper authorization.
• Inventory and refill Floor Stock, Automated Dispensing Cabinets, and Emergency Trays.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Computer literacy

Oral and written communication

Education

Certification preferred

Job description

The Pharmacy Tech II ensures availability and delivery of medications to authorized locations/personnel. Maintain in-date inventory of medications. Obtain accurate patient medication history. Prepare and repackage medications accurately. Record and charge supplies/medications to the correct patient/location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, fire, and infection control. Complies with all applicable state, local and federal regulations
• Answers phones
• Attend pharmacy staff meetings/in-services
• Check in and stock orders – Reorder as required
• Comply with hospital policies
• Credit returned meds
• Deliver controlled substances
• Deliver Meds/Rounds on hourly or as needed basis
• Enter charges for manual billing needs
• Fill meds to be checked by Staff Pharmacists
• Inspect medication storage locations
• Inventory and refill Floor Stock, Automated Dispensing Cabinets, and Emergency Trays
• Maintain safety-integrity-professionalism of pharmacy
• Obtain accurate home medication histories by chart review, patient interview and phone calls to retail pharmacies and physician offices
• Other functions as defined/delegated by Direct Supervisor
• Prepare Accurate/Sterile IV orders
• Repackage medications – ensure proper authorization
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A. Education

• Certification preferred

B. Qualifications/Experience

• 1 year of pharmacy tech experience preferred.
• Demonstrated communication, project management, and computer literacy skills

C. Special Skills/Knowledge

• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and perform in high-pressure situations

Equal Rights Employer

Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This application is intended for use in evaluating your application for employment.

MLK Community Healthcare

1680 E 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.mlkch.org

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