Pharmacy Tech II/III - EC Pharmacy - 142032

UC San Diego/UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego Health seeks a Pharmacy Technician II/III at the EC Pharmacy on East Campus Medical Center, working 8-hour shifts on a varied schedule. The role supports pharmacists in medication preparation, distribution, billing, and inventory control, with potential II or III level placement based on experience.

Career appointment is offered with 80% effort. Required CA-licensed Pharmacy Technician, PTCB certification for III, 2–5 years of experience, and strong data entry

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) per PTCB required for Tech III.
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• 2–5 years of prior Pharmacy Tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparation of medications for patient use (oral and parenteral).
• Assist in distribution of medications, record keeping, and billing functions.
• Maintain inventory levels and perform assigned operational duties in a scheduled area.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Pharmacy Technician License (CA)

CPhT Certification (PTCB)

Tools

Epic EMR

Willow Ambulatory

Job description

Payroll Title: PHARMACY TCHN 2

Department: EC Pharmacy

Hiring Pay Scale: $31.57 - $46.30 / Hour

Worksite: East Campus Medical Center (Alvarado Road)

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 80%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

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

#142032 Pharmacy Tech II/III - EC Pharmacy

Filing Deadline: Mon 11/16/2026

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11/05/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and/or Supervisor, the Pharmacy Technician III position assists the pharmacist in the preparation of medications for patient use (oral and parenteral) according to established procedures; assists in the distribution of medications, record keeping, and billing functions; maintains inventory levels; performs assigned operational duties in a scheduled area and will assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution duties in the assigned areas. The Pharmacy Technician III may also assist the pharmacist in performing best possible medication histories for patients.

Depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the II or III level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by PTCB. (Required for Pharmacy Tech III).
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Must have Two to Five (2 - 5) years of previous Pharmacy Tech experience.
• Proven knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Strong computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Excellent detail and organizational skills to sort, file and retrieve information.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience with IV sterile compounding preparation.
• Oncology Pharmacy experience.
• Pharmacy cash handling experience.
• Willow Ambulatory experience.
• Epic/EMR (Electronic Medical Records) experience.

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: $65,918 - $81,975 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $31.57 - $39.26

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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