Pharmacy Tech III - IDS - Per Diem - 141979

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is recruiting a Pharmacy Technician III (IDS) for a per diem role in La Jolla. The position supports pharmacists in preparing medications, distributing drugs, and handling related records and billing.

Responsibilities include inventory control and assisting with medication orders in a dynamic hospital setting. The ideal candidate holds a CA Pharmacy Technician license and a PTCB‑issued CPhT certification, with at least three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) per PTCB.
• CA Pharmacy Technician License per BOP.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project management/system responsibility; OR Pharmacy School graduate; OR expanded responsibilities over several areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparation of medications for patient use.
• Assist in distribution of medications, record keeping, and billing functions.
• Maintain inventory levels and assist with medication orders and related duties.

Skills

3+ years relevant experience

Pyxis / narcotic control / QI

Pharmacy intern license

Education

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - PTCB

Pharmacy Technician License - CA BOP

Tools

Pyxis

Narcotic control

Job description

Payroll Title:
PHARMACY TCHN 3 PD Department:
INPATIENT PHARMACY Hiring Pay Scale:
$45.69 / Hour Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Per Diem Appointment Percent:
20% Union:
EX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

141979 Pharmacy Tech III - IDS - Per Diem

Filing Deadline: Mon 11/9/2026

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by PTCB.
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• A minimum three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project management/system responsibility (e.g. Pyxis, narcotic control, QI, or pharmacy buyer/biller/analyst); OR is a Pharmacy School graduate; OR expanded responsibilities over several areas OR possess a Pharmacy Intern License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Chemotherapy drug preparation skills.
• Investigational Drug Service experience.
• Hospital pharmacy experience.
• Sterile compounding skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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: $95,401 - $95,401 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $45.69 - $45.69

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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