Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy - PerDiem variable shift

washingtonhospital; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Hospital in Fremont, CA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist Pharmacists with preparing and distributing medications and maintaining inventory. The role requires hospital experience, proper licensure, and proficiency with IV admixtures and Pyxis systems.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, a CPhT or Pharm Intern license, and be registered with the California State Board of Pharmacy. Night shifts and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Mandatory high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CPhT certification or Pharm Intern license.
• Mandatory completion of a technician training program or equivalent pharmacy technician hospital work experience.
• Current Pharmacy Technician registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications and maintaining drug inventory.
• Adhere to pharmacy regulations and follow established policies and procedures.
• Prepare IV admixtures and chemotherapy, fill UD medications, Pyxis, barcoding and med. reconciliation.
• Interview patients to complete Medication Reconciliation.
• Knowledge of 340B is a plus; prior auth & retail experience is beneficial.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Night shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPhT certification or Pharm Intern

Pharmacy technician training program

Job description

Salary Range: $40.12 - 52.53 + applicable differentials

Summary of Duties: Pharmacy Technicians assist Pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and adhering to pharmacy regulations. Pharmacy Technician is responsible for following established policies and procedures, receives, reviews, sorts and processes drug and supply orders. Responsibilities include preparing IV admixtures and chemotherapy, fill UD medications, Pyxis, barcoding and med. recon. Good knowledge of computer system, IV admixing, barcoding, inventory management and Pyxis. Able to interview patients to complete Medication Reconciliation. Other duties as required. Knowledge of 340B is a plus, as well as prior auth & retail.

Educational Requirements

• Mandatory high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CPhT or Pharm Intern.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Mandatory completion of a technician training program or equivalent pharmacy technician hospital work experience required.
• CPhT certification or Pharm Intern license.
• Current Pharmacy Technician registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy is required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year hospital pharmacy experience; prefer inpatient experience or 340B experience.
• IV skills, barcode, buyer and 340B experience are preferred.

Special Skills or Abilities

• Good computer skills and able to maintain databases.
• Good communication skills and able to work all shifts.
• Must be able to work all shifts, including night shift.