Pharmacy Tech II/III - La Jolla Inpatient - 140920

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers seeks a Pharmacy Technician II/III to support pharmacists in preparing medications for patient use and ensuring accurate distribution, records, and billing. The role includes inventory management and assisting with medication histories as needed.

Qualifications include active CA pharmacy technician licensure, CPhT certification, and 2–5 years inpatient experience. Strong data entry, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by PTCB.
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• 2–5 years of inpatient Pharmacy Tech experience.
• Knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Strong computer experience and accurate data entry.
• Excellent detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the 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 the area.
• Assist in completing medication orders and related distribution duties.
• Assist in performing best possible medication histories for patients.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Calculations

Data entry

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Education

Licensed Pharmacy Technician (CA)

CPhT certification (PTCB)

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).