Pharmacy Technician 3, Automation & Inventory, Specialty Pharmacy

University of California- Davis Health

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 65,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

UC Davis Health in Sacramento is seeking an Automation/Inventory Technician 3 to join the Pharmacy Department. You will ensure robotics and automation systems are stocked, maintained, and operating reliably while managing medication procurement and inventory to support patient care.

The role emphasizes data collection, policy development, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams. You will also perform drug dispensing, compounding, billing, and deliveries as assigned, contributing

Qualifications

California Licensed Pharmacy Technician.
Experience in inventory management of drug supply.
Experience in an Outpatient or Specialty Pharmacy as a licensed Pharmacy Technician.
Experience in Pharmacy Automation.
Experience overseeing, training and leading technicians.
Knowledge of third-party insurances, Medicaid, Medicare.
Ability to perform pharmacy calculations.
Knowledge of California Pharmacy Law.
Ability to operate Pharmacy Information System and other computer programs.

Responsibilities

40% - Automation Operations
40% - Inventory Management
10% - Administrative Activities and Collaboration
5% - Quality Assurance and Compliance
5% - Performs Pharmacy Technician Functions as assigned

Skills

Pharmacy calculations

Pharmacy software

Training others

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Inventory management

Automation experience

Education

Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

EPIC Willow

Job description

Job ID: 89710

Location: Sacramento

Full/Part Time: Full Time

The Automation/Inventory Technician 3 positions is an integral member of the healthcare team and is responsible for ensuring pharmacy robotics and automation (i.e., but not limited to: ScriptPro, Parata, pill packaging systems, conveyer systems) are stocked, maintained, and in operational status. In addition, ensures inventory supply meets the demands of our patients' needs in a timely manner including but not limited to medication procurement, ordering, receiving, and inventory adjustments. Effectively maintains compliance with UCDH policies and procedures, State and Federal laws and regulations including the 340B Drug Pricing Program and the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, and accrediting bodies. Provides training and expertise in automation system functions, optimization, enhancements and troubleshooting of both inventory and prescription filling systems. Works with management to collect and present data and establish policies, procedures, standards, and objectives for automated systems, processes, and implementation. The Automation/Inventory Technician 3 also provides drug dispensing and distribution activities, compounding medications, prescription billing, processing payments for prescriptions, and tracking deliveries as assigned. This position fosters excellent intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships and provides quality and cost-effective pharmaceutical care to all patients. #CA-DS

Apply By Date: 11/7/2026 at 11:59pm PST

Minimum Qualifications

California Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Minimum education satisfied through attainment of the required licensure/certification
One (1) year of recent work experience in inventory management of drug supply
Two (2) years of recent work experience in an Outpatient Pharmacy or Specialty Pharmacy as a licensed Pharmacy Technician
Experience in Pharmacy Automation
Experience overseeing, training and leading pharmacy technicians
Working knowledge of current third-party insurances, Medicare Part B and California State Medicaid
Working knowledge of billing and submitting authorization requests for State funded insurance programs
Ability to accurately perform pharmacy calculations
Working knowledge of current California Pharmacy Law
Ability to operate Pharmacy Information System and other computer programs
Skills and abilities necessary to effectively communicate and plan with other areas of the Department
Ability to train, operate and maintain pallet jack, push or pull carts and other equipment for inventory movement and control
Intermediate computer software skills

Preferred Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Experience in acquiring inventory from wholesalers, direct from manufacturers, or other vendors
Experience correctly and accurately using, maintaining, and troubleshooting pharmacy automation
Experience in inventory management at a Health System Outpatient Pharmacy or Specialty Pharmacy
Experience running reports and analyzing data for inventory requirements or optimizing system operations
Experience with 340B drug pricing program inventory management and 340B accumulator platforms
Experience with Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experienced in utilizing EPIC Willow Ambulatory pharmacy dispensing system
Project planning experience
Experience in non-sterile compounding tasks using equipment including, but not limited to: graduated cylinders, mortars and pestles, scales, stirring machines, etc.
Current working knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic/brand names and drug abbreviations
Working knowledge of current Medi-Cal Formulary and other third-party billing systems
Ability to recognize situations that exceed technician authority and ability and must be referred to a pharmacist for resolution
Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem and identify the resources available to help solve the problem, and to independently create and implement viable solutions and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved
Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained, and a professional, respectful clinic/department environment exists at all times
Ability to impart knowledge and develop the skills of students participating in training programs, as well as new hires and staff seeking additional opportunities
Working knowledge of and skill to apply practices, principles and techniques of patient care related to area of expertise
Written and oral communication skills to provide information, explanations and instructions clearly and concisely to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English

Key Responsibilities

40% - Automation Operations
40% - Inventory Management
10% - Administrative Activities and Collaboration
5% - Quality Assurance and Compliance
5% - Performs Pharmacy Technician Functions as assigned

Department Overview

UC Davis Health is a nationally recognized leader in the provision of high-quality, patient-centered care, based in the Greater Sacramento area of Northern California. UC Davis Health has a Comprehensive Cancer Center, internationally recognized MIND Institute, and a nationally ranked pediatric hospital. The UC Davis acute care hospital has 646 beds and an ambulatory care service area spanning north to the Oregon border, east to Nevada, and down the Central Valley to Fresno, California, covering 65,000 square miles across 33 counties.

The Department of Pharmacy is a dynamic, integral, and critical part of patient care provided by UC Davis Health. As a department of greater than 600 professional, technical, and administrative support personnel, we focus on providing patient-centered medication management that optimizes outcomes through practice, education, research, and leadership through the continuum of care. We also have the largest pharmacy residency program in the country with 46 total residents in 13 different programs.

The Department of Pharmacy offers comprehensive pharmaceutical services (unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical services, infusion pumps, and teaching) throughout the health system complex 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The pharmacy services encompass inpatient pharmacy services as well as an expansive footprint in the ambulatory care space where we have clinical pharmacists embedded within our clinics and specialty care locations. Our operational teams support the health system enterprise with three inpatient pharmacies, five outpatient pharmacies, two infusion pharmacies, a home infusion service line, and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores, and distribution.

Department Specific Job Scope

UCDH Outpatient pharmacies emphasize patient care in Hospital Discharge, Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Ambulatory Care, Employee Health and Specialty Pharmacy. Our pharmacies are responsible for screening prescriptions for appropriateness and making interventions, preparing medications for dispensing, distribution activities, providing immunizations and providing patient consultations. Staff are responsible for appropriate prescription billing to multiple payers including third party insurances, Medicaid, Medicare D and Medicare B plans. Our pharmacies maintain compliance with multiple accrediting bodies and with State and Federal Laws and Regulations.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $37.84 - $47.13
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 289
UC Job Title: PHARMACY TCHN 3
UC Job Code: 009281
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Percentage of Time: 100
Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8 hour variable shifts
Location: Pharmacy Shared Service Center (Sacramento)
Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible: Yes
This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands