Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy - Part Time Variable (Non-Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 54,676; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician responsible for preparing and distributing medications under pharmacist supervision. The ideal candidate must have a Pharmacy Technician registration from California, at least one year of hospital experience, and skills in aseptic technique and customer service. The position offers an hourly wage between $25.00 and $39.69, depending on various factors including experience and internal equity.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Hospital In-Patient Facility is required.
• Proficient in performing dose calculations and aseptic techniques.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications under supervision.
• Competency in drug distribution throughout the hospital.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory and assists healthcare providers.

Skills

Dose calculations

Aseptic technique

Time management

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Education

Pharmacy Technician Registration (CA DCA)

Tools

USP797/800 compliant clean room

Pyxis automated dispensing system

Cerner system

Job description

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Position Summary

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures.

Essential Job Functions & Core Responsibilities

• Works under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times. Responsible duties include drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center
• Competency in performing ALL aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems. Assisting in ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded.
• Competency in maintaining accurate controlled substance inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system (Keck only)
• Accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications with pharmacist verification.
• Certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system.
• Generates revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing).
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets
• Completes monthly expiration medication assignments and documents consistently.
• Competency in repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program
• Competency in aseptic technique
• Appropriate use of technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery. (checking medication history, printing labels, checking drip rates)
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assist in restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
• Assists health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner (i.e. answers questions and requests, triage calls to appropriate personnel).
• Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific workflow. Technician is able to prioritize responsibilities appropriately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience

1 year – Experience in Hospital In-Patient Facility.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to perform dose calculations, double checks accuracy of product selection and assures performance of both aseptic and hazardous drug compounding techniques that require the use of a USP797/800 compliant clean room and personal protective equipment to reduce exposure and contamination while maintaining sterility of the final product.
• Organization/time management skills.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service.

Licenses / Certifications

• Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) – Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 - $39.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Job ID: REQ20169256