Pharmacy Technician

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a Pharmacy Technician III to support prescription filling and dispensing at the UC Irvine Student Health Center. You will work under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist, handling data entry, formulary awareness, and inventory control.

The ideal candidate has CA Pharmacy Technician license, completion of an accredited program, at least 5 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting, aseptic technique, HIPAA knowledge, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Completing a recognized and accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.
• CA Pharmacy Technician license required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Strong knowledge of CA and Federal laws governing dispensing of prescription drugs.
• Experience with aseptic techniques and patient-centered service.
• Proficient in pharmacy terminology, calculations, and formulary understanding.
• Experience with inventory procedures and reporting within a health system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing.
• Process, fill, and dispense prescriptions with accuracy.
• Enter data of medications and prescriptions into the EMR system.
• Understand UC Irvine SHIP formulary and insurance benefits.
• Manage inventory and supplies to ensure availability.

Skills

CA State laws

HIPAA

aseptic techniques

drug formulary knowledge

pharmacy terminology

pharmacy inventory procedures

data entry

EMR

Microsoft Office

customer service

Education

Pharmacy Technician training program

CA Pharmacy Technician license

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

The UC Irvine Student Health Center is a comprehensive outpatient clinic staffed with licensed primary care physicians, psychiatrists, licensed clinical social workers, dentists, physician assistants, registered nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. Medical specialists from various disciplines including dermatology, orthopedics/sports medicine, gynecology, internal medicine, and ENT provide on-site consultation on a regular basis. Student Health also offers basic radiology and clinical laboratory services, insurance consultation, and an on-site pharmacy, making SHC a comprehensive and convenient clinic dedicated to serving students.

Your Role on the Team

Under the general supervision of the Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician III assists in all technical aspects of prescription filling and dispensing activities that are within the scope of their license under the California Board of Pharmacy. Duties include processing, filling and dispensing prescriptions, data entry of medications and prescriptions, understanding of UC Irvine SHIP insurance benefits (formulary, alternatives, etc.) as well as inventory management.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required

• Knowledge of CA State and all Federal laws, rules and regulations governing the storage and dispensing of prescription drugs.
• General knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Must be able to demonstrate proper aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of drug formularies and prescription fee schedule.
• Knowledge of Pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Knowledge of pharmacy reporting and inventory procedures.
• Thorough understanding of drug categories, metric system and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of generic and brand names of drugs and understand the use restrictions that apply.
• Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem; identify the resources available to help solve the problem; create and implement viable solutions; and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties.
• Able to verbally communicate with patients to provide information and education regarding medication usage.
• Experience with administrative and clerical tasks such as order supplies and equipment, developing reports and tracking logs.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative manner and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health system.
• Ability to use good judgment in responding to or referring questions by nurses, physicians, and other professional personnel.
• Maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
• Ability to work under constant interruptions.
• Working knowledge of using an electronic medical record (EMR).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Proven computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Completion of a recognized and accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.
• Pharmacy Technician license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Minimum of two years of experience in an ambulatory care pharmacy setting.

Preferred

• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients.
• Pharmacy Technician experience in a college health or university setting.
• Knowledge of UC policy and procedures for ordering pharmaceutical drugs.

Special Conditions

• This position’s schedule is M-F and during traditional work hours, however, weekend or non-traditional work hours may be required for special projects or busy times of the year, or when strict deadlines must be met. In the case of extended hours, this position may be required to work those hours.
• Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan background check, verification and continued monitoring or licensure as it applies to the position, and successful completion of our background review or credentialing process, as appropriate to the position.
• The employee must comply with OSHA, CA/OSHA, and CDC recommendations and requirements regarding vaccination and testing of healthcare employees. This includes, but may not be limited to; current hepatitis B immunizations, annual flu vaccinations, and annual tuberculosis screening. The employee must comply with CDPH and UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy, by providing proof of Full Vaccination or submitting a request for Exception.
• Per the UC Ethics Briefing, the employee is responsible for reporting any and all potential conflicts of interest to their supervisor in a timely manner.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $34.51- $38.11 (Hourly).

Conditions of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization