Pharmacy Technician, Full Time, Variable Shift

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Whittier, California who will report to the Pharmacy Technician Manager. You will prepare and dispense medications under supervision, ensuring ethical and professional behavior throughout the hospital.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy. Candidates should have at least one year of hospital experience and strong communication skills. Competitive salary offered between $26.00 and $40.00.

Qualifications

• Proficient in computer and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Able to perform pharmaceutical calculations independently.
• Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision.
• Maintain professional and ethical behavior.
• Complete projects assigned by managers in a timely manner.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Prioritization

Fluent English

Pharmaceutical calculations

IV preparation knowledge

Typing skills (40 wpm)

Education

High School Graduate or GED equivalent

Registered with California State Board of Pharmacy

Job description

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Pharmacy Technician Manager, the Pharmacy Technician performs all the non-judgmental aspects of preparing and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Maintain an ethical, professional behavior that ensures efficient, accurate, timely distribution and control of medications dispensed through the pharmacy. Maintain and reflect a positive attitude representing the pharmacy department as well as the entire hospital. Shall complete projects assigned by the Pharmacy Technician Manager/Supervisor or Pharmacy Operations Manager in a timely manner.

Required Skills

• Possess a proficient level of computer and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Able to effectively read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Perform pharmaceutical calculations accurately and independently.
• Possess knowledge or experience in IV preparation, aseptic technique, and data entry.
• Minimum typing skills of 40 words per minute (wpm).
• Able-bodied to transport medications throughout all patient care areas as deemed necessary.

Required Experience

Required

• Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology.
• High School Graduate or GED equivalent
• Registered with the California State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician in good standing.
• One (1) year of hospital experience

Preferred

• Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.
• Previous hospital experience as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of California.

Address

12401 Washington Blvd.

Salary

26.00-40.00

Shift

Variable

Zip Code

90602