Pharmacy Technician, Part Time, Variable Shift

JobRx, Inc.; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is hiring a Pharmacy Technician in Whittier, California. The role involves preparing and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist while maintaining professional behavior.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of hospital experience, a high school diploma or GED, and must be registered with the California State Board of Pharmacy. Key skills include effective communication, pharmaceutical calculations, and the ability to transport medications. There is a preference for graduates of accredited Pharmacy Technician programs.

Qualifications

• Proficient level of computer and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work efficiently.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to perform pharmaceutical calculations accurately.
• Knowledge or experience in IV preparation and aseptic technique.
• Minimum typing skills of 40 words per minute.
• Able-bodied to transport medications throughout care areas.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal/written communication

Prioritization

English fluency

Pharmaceutical calculations

IV preparation knowledge

Typing skills (40 wpm)

Medication transportation

Education

High School Graduate or GED equivalent

Registered with the 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

• 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 Experience

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