Pharmacy Technician II

City of Hope; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Duarte, California is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II who will package, prepare, and compound medications. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, you will assist in maintaining inventory control and compliance with safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of related experience and be licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in California. Join a dedicated team aimed at making a real difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience of 3 or more years as a pharmacy technician.
• Registered with the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Certification as a Pharmacist Technician (CPhT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with USP 797 & 800.
• Utilize proper aseptic technique for mixing medications.
• Order and maintain medication inventory.
• Communicate effectively with staff regarding pharmaceutical information.

Skills

Pharmaceutical mixing

Inventory management

Aseptic technique

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a foreign school of Pharmacy

Job description

Overview

Pharmacy Technician II at City of Hope. Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

We are looking for a California-registered Pharmacy Technician II to join our team. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, you will be responsible for packaging, preparing, and compounding oral, intravenous, and chemotherapy/biohazard medications. Additionally, you will assist in maintaining control procedures, conducting inventory, and managing stock control.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with USP 797 & 800 at all times.
• Utilize proper aseptic technique for all pharmaceutical mixing.
• Order, receive, and maintain accurate medication inventory.
• Coordinate with Specialty Pharmacies or manufactures for timely deliveries of medications for infusion.
• Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning as required.
• Procure and maintain supplies necessary for daily mixing operation.
• Acts as a liaison with nursing and medical staff concerning basic pharmaceutical information to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Assist the pharmacist in billing pharmaceuticals.
• Perform inspections of all pharmacy and all clinical areas where medications are stored and submits audit report to the appropriate individual.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent or Post High School vocational/specialized training or Graduation from a foreign school of Pharmacy
• 3 or more years of performing related duties as a pharmacy technician
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician with the California State Board of Pharmacy
• Certified Pharmacist Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), preferred

Notes

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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