Pharmacy Technician

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support medication management for skilled nursing facility residents. This fast-paced role emphasizes accuracy, timely dispensing, and collaboration with pharmacists and facility staff.

You will handle unit-dose packaging, cycle fills, eMAR systems, and inventory control while maintaining HIPAA standards in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Active California Pharmacy Technician license (CPhT) required.
• PTCB or ExCPT national certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or institutional pharmacy setting preferred.
• Familiarity with unit-dose packaging, cycle fills, and eMAR systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume dispensing environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with nursing facility staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in accurately preparing, packaging, and dispensing medications for skilled nursing facility residents.
• Process and verify medication orders, including controlled substances, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Manage medication cycle fills, blister packs, and unit-dose dispensing for long-term care patients.
• Coordinate with nursing facility staff to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery.
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and update records in the pharmacy management system.
• Monitor and manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, DEA regulations, and long-term care pharmacy standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

California Pharmacy Technician license (CPhT)

PTCB or ExCPT certification

Tools

eMAR systems

Pharmacy management system

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role: ***

Subject to rotating weekends

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in San Diego, CA is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our team. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting medication management for skilled nursing facility patients who depend on accurate, timely care. If you thrive in a fast-paced pharmacy environment and are passionate about patient outcomes, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist pharmacists in accurately preparing, packaging, and dispensing medications for skilled nursing facility residents
• Process and verify medication orders, including controlled substances, in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Manage medication cycle fills, blister packs, and unit-dose dispensing for long-term care patients
• Coordinate with nursing facility staff to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and update records in the pharmacy management system
• Monitor and manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, DEA regulations, and long-term care pharmacy standards

Requirements:

• Active California Pharmacy Technician license (CPhT) required
• PTCB or ExCPT national certification preferred
• Prior experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or institutional pharmacy setting preferred
• Familiarity with unit-dose packaging, cycle fills, and eMAR systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume dispensing environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with nursing facility staff
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently under pressure

About Us:

Skilled Nursing Pharmacy is a trusted pharmacy partner serving long-term care and skilled nursing facilities throughout the San Diego, CA area. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care with accuracy, compassion, and efficiency — making us a preferred choice for the facilities and patients we serve. We foster a supportive, team-oriented workplace where pharmacy professionals can grow their careers while making a real difference in patients' lives.