Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hours Rotating (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 73,633,000 - 125,155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital works under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to prepare and distribute medications, including chemotherapy, in accordance with departmental procedures.

Responsibilities include mastering Pyxis dispensing, dose calculations, aseptic technique, and use of Cerner/PowerChart systems to streamline the workflow. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and excellent patient service in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Qualifications

• Requires High school or equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
• 1 year oncology experience preferred.
• Ability to perform dose calculations and ensure aseptic/ hazardous drug compounding competency.

Responsibilities

• Assist under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times.
• Prepare and distribute medications including chemotherapy.
• Competency with Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
• Ensure medications are properly barcoded.
• Repackage/unit-dose medications using MILT4.

Skills

Dose calculations

Aseptic technique

Customer service

Pharmacy software

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School

Tools

Pyxis

Cerner

PowerChart

Texium system

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.

Qualifications

• Req High school or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School
• Pref 1 year At least 1 year of oncology experience
• 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.
• 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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