Pharmacy Tech II/III - La Jolla Inpatient - 139339

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II/III to support pharmacists in preparing medications for patients and distributing medications in an inpatient hospital setting. The role includes inventory management and accurate data entry to ensure safe, timely medication distribution.

Candidates should have a CA license and CPhT certification, with 2–5 years of inpatient experience. The position may involve varying hours and locations based on business needs and may require completion

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) as required for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in the preparation of medications for patient use (oral and parenteral).
• Assist in distribution of medications, record keeping, and billing functions.
• Maintain inventory levels and perform operational duties in assigned areas.
• Assist in completing medication orders and related distribution duties.
• Assist with best possible medication histories for patients.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Calculations

Strong computer skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

CPhT Certification (PTCB)

Pharmacy Technician License (CA State Board)

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and/or Supervisor, the Pharmacy Technician II/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 II/III may also assist the pharmacist in performing best possible medication histories for patients.

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by PTCB (required for Pharmacy Tech level III).

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

• Must have two to five (2 - 5) years of previous (Inpatient) 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience with IV sterile compounding preparation.

• Two (2) years of experience in an Inpatient hospital 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: $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).