Pharmacy Technician - (Relief/Per-Diem, 8-Hour Day Shifts)

LE0010 Stanford Health Care; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist the pharmacist in dispensing medications, processing prescriptions, and supporting patient care under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with state requirements, and careful handling of pharmaceutical products.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of related experience or an externship in Stanford Hospital and Clinics' Department of Pharmacy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, or Pharmacy Technician Externship performed at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Department of Pharmacy.
• Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy computer system; operates automated compounding and dispensing machines under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Maintains medication inventory; places and receives stock replacement orders.
• Prepares, compounds and labels intravenous admixtures, cancer chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition patient specific doses using aseptic technique.
• Prepares, packages, compounds and labels non-sterile drug products for specific patients with pharmacist checks.

Skills

Adapt to change

Mathematical calculations

Time management

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Automated dispensing equipment

Job description

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

This position assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services (e.g. processing prescriptions) in compliance with applicable State Board of Pharmacy regulations. Functions include those allowed by the Board of Pharmacy and are always checked before the product is released from the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician works under close supervision. Performs entry level work for a minimum of 6 months to about one year (regardless of years of experience gained elsewhere).

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy computer system; operates automated compounding and dispensing machines for preparation and storage of medications under the direct supervision of a pharmacist
• Maintains medication inventory; places and receives stock replacement orders
• Prepares, compounds and labels intravenous admixtures, cancer chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition patient specific doses using strict aseptic technique.
• Prepares, packages, compounds and labels non-sterile drug products for specific patients with appropriate final pharmacist checks.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Required Experience Qualifications

Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, or Pharmacy Technician Externship performed at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Department of Pharmacy.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity
• Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations; weighing, measuring and documentation with accuracy
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment
• Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of influence of patient's age, sex, concomitant disease states, concurrent drug therapy, foods and diagnostic procedures on drug activity and disposition
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
• Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice

Licenses and Certifications

IPH - Intern Pharmacist or CPHT - Cert Pharmacy Tech

These principles apply to ALL employees

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $37.10 - $41.49 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow. As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care. Learn about our awards and significant events.