Pharmacy Tech - Norris Pharmacy - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist the pharmacist in drug distribution, IV admixture, and billing processes. You will work with Pyxis, Cerner, and Texium systems to ensure accurate labeling, barcoding, and patient safety within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include aseptic technique, inventory management, and timely communication with health care providers. Strong customer service and precise time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires CA Pharmacy Technician registration and current certification.
• Experience with dose calculations and aseptic technique.
• Strong customer service and communication skills; able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist with drug distribution and IV admixture.
• Operate Pyxis dispensing systems and ensure proper barcoding.
• Maintain safe, clean pharmacy and complete monthly expiration checks.
• Document all pharmacy log sheets and ensure accurate scheduling.
• Assist in triaging calls and coordinating with health care providers.

Skills

Dose calculations

Organization

Time management

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School

Pharmacy Technician Registration (CA DCA)

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City)

Tools

Pyxis system

Cerner system

PowerChart

Texium

MILT4

Job description

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures.

Essential Duties

• Works under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times. Responsible duties include drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center
• Competency in performing ALL aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems. Assisting in ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded.
• Certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system.
• Generates revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing).
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets
• Completes monthly expiration medication assignments and documents consistently.
• Competency in repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program
• Competency in aseptic technique
• Appropriate use of technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery.(checking medication history, printing labels, checking drip rates)
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assist in restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
• Assists health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner (i.e. answers questions and requests, triage calls to appropriate personnel).
• Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific = workflow. Technician is able to prioritize responsibilities appropriately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req High school or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School
• Req Able to perform dose calculations, double checks accuracy of product selection and assures performance of both aseptic and hazardous drug compounding techniques that require the use of a USP797/800 compliant clean room and personal protective equipment to reduce exposure and contamination while maintaining sterility of the final product.
• Req Organization/time management skills.
• Req Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Req Must demonstrate excellent customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref 1 year At least 1 year of oncology experience

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital delivers exceptional, personalized care in 14 key areas of cancer treatment:breast cancer, cancerous brain tumors, gastrointestinal cancer, genetic counseling, gynecologic cancers, head and neck cancers, hematology,lung cancer, melanoma, neuro-oncology, radiation oncology, sarcoma, skin cancer and urologic oncology. The 60-bed hospital is an integral part of our academic medical center. Using a multidisciplinary team approach, the world-renowned physicians and scientists of USC Norris treat and prevent cancer by developing new therapies, enhancing existing treatments and providing personalized, precision care that is the most advanced available. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $25.69 - $43.67. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.