Pharmacy Technician, Full Time, Variable Shift

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Whittier, California. In this role, you will prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and maintain an ethical standard in a hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of hospital experience, be fluent in English, and possess strong computer and communication skills. Registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of hospital experience.
• Able to maintain professional behavior and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision.
• Complete projects assigned by management.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize

Fluent in English

Pharmaceutical calculations

IV preparation knowledge

Typing skills (40 wpm)

Transporting medications

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Registered with California State Board of Pharmacy

Job description

Job Description

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.