Pharmacy Tech III - IDS - Per Diem - 141979

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Pharmacy Technician III to support pharmacists in preparing medications for patient use, maintain inventory, and assist with billing and record-keeping. The role requires active California Pharmacy Technician licensure and a CPhT certification, with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.

Ideal candidates will have experience with Pyxis and other pharmacy systems, and the ability to work across multiple areas, potentially

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) per PTCB.
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project management/system responsibility (e.g. Pyxis, narcotics control, QI) or Pharmacy School graduate or expanded responsibilities or Pharmacy Intern License.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPhT certification

CA pharmacy license

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Pharmacy School graduate

Pharmacy Intern License

Tools

Pyxis System

Pharmacy Buyer/Analyst systems

Job description

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).