Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hours Rotating Shift

Veterans in Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union

Job summary

USC Keck Medicine in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Pharmacy Tech for per diem shifts. You will assist the pharmacist with drug distribution, IV admixture, and Pyxis operations, ensuring accurate barcoding and charge capture.

The role requires CA Pharmacy Technician registration, oncology experience preferred, and strong communication amid a fast-paced hospital setting. Per diem, rotating 8-hour shifts, union environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician School graduation or equivalent.
• California Pharmacy Technician Registration (CA DCA) required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform dose calculations and aseptic handling per USP guidelines.
• Experience with Pyxis and electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist under direct supervision with drug distribution and IV admixture.
• Operate Pyxis and ensure medications are properly barcoded.
• Prepare chemotherapy with Texium system and aseptic technique.
• Document charges, manage inventory, and restock supplies.
• Support providers with phone inquiries and triage requests.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization/time management

Customer service

CA Pharmacy Technician registration

Education

Pharmacy Technician School graduation

CA DCA Registration

Tools

Pyxis automation system

Cerner system

PowerChart

Texium

MILt4 program

Job description

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

Los Angeles, CA

Job ID REQ20177128 Category Keck Medicine of USC

Helpful Information for Applicants

External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees)

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.

Job ID REQ20177128 Posted Date 07/31/2026