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

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support medication preparation and distribution under pharmacist supervision. Responsibilities include intravenous admixture, Pyxis operations, barcode verification, billing and maintaining a compliant, safe pharmacy environment.

The role requires CA DCA registration, graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician School, and strong skills in dose calculations, aseptic techniques, and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
• CA DCA registration required or equivalent.
• Ability to perform dose calculations and double checks for product selection; aseptic and hazardous drug compounding in USP 797/800 clean room with PPE.
• Strong organization/time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; customer service oriented.
• Proficiency with pharmacy technology tools and comfort with fast-paced hospital workflow.

Responsibilities

• Work under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times.
• Handle drug distribution and intravenous admixture.
• Competency with Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
• Ensure medications are properly barcoded.
• Compute and record charges; assist with billing.
• Maintain a safe, clean pharmacy; document logs.
• Manage inventory and restock supplies.
• Assist providers with phone calls and triage requests.
• Prioritize duties to maintain shift workflow.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Dose calculations

Aseptic technique

Hazardous drug compounding

Education

Pharmacy Technician School graduation

Pharmacy Technician Certification/Registration ( CA DCA )

Tools

Pyxis

Texium system

Cerner

PowerChart

MIL T4 program

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.

Departmental Specific Summary

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.

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