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

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to prepare and distribute medications under pharmacist supervision in a hospital/infusion center. Responsibilities include oncology-focused drug distribution, Pyxis operation, aseptic techniques, and accurate charge documentation.

The role requires CA DCA registration, strong customer service, and precise time management, with an hourly wage range noted and a commitment to safety and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
• At least 1 year of oncology experience.
• Ability to perform dose calculations and double-check product selection; aseptic and hazardous drug compounding in USP 797/800 clean room with PPE.
• Strong organization/time management skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication.
• Excellent customer service.
• Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) Registration.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Works under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times.
• Responsible for drug distribution and intravenous admixture in hospital/infusion center.
• Competent with Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
• Assist in ensuring medications are properly barcoded.
• Support chemotherapy preparation with Texium system.
• Generate revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing).
• Maintain a safe, clean pharmacy per procedures and regulations.
• Document all pharmacy log sheets monthly.
• Complete monthly expiration medication assignments.
• Repackage/unit-dose medications using MILT4 and maintain aseptic technique.
• Use Cerner/PowerChart/Pyxis to triage workflow for efficient delivery.
• Check inventory, restock, and rotate medications and supplies.
• Assist healthcare providers with timely phone calls.

Skills

Dose calculations

Aseptic technique

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Pharmacy Technician School graduation

Tools

Pyxis

Cerner

PowerChart

Texium

MIL4/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.

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.

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.

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

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