Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician II

Sutter Health•Los Altos, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician II supports the overall operation of pharmacy technicians, including staffing and work assignments. The role serves as a liaison between the department and staff, information systems, physicians, patients, families, and other site staff. It performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. The technician uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide timely pharmaceutical support for a patient's plan of care based on diagnosis, while adhering to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures that protect privacy and safety. The role may also perform specific departmental tasks and orient other staff. The position is eligible to work from home but must be available to work on-site as needed. It is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position with a weekday day schedule, 8-hour shifts, and 40 weekly hours. Weekend work may be needed. The listed pay range is $38.15 to $53.40 per hour; compensation may vary by geographic location and other factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program, or meeting Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration.
One year of recent relevant experience.
One of the listed credentials: Registered Pharmacy Technician (PHRMTECHR), Certified Pharmacy Technician (PHARMC), Pharmacy Technician (TCH), or Pharmacy Intern (PHARMI).
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations.
Knowledge of different pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
Ability to identify and use pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and medication record keeping.
Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

Responsibilities

Participate in and support pharmacy technician operations, including staffing and work assignments.
Serve as a liaison between the department and staff, information systems, physicians, patients, families, and other site staff.
Perform pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy.
Provide timely pharmaceutical support for patients' plans of care using sound judgment and developed clinical skills.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
Perform specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department as needed.