Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician III

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

18h•$35 - $49•Remote

About The Position

Supports and participates in the overall operation of pharmacy technicians, including staffing and work assignments. Serves as a liaison between the department and staff, information systems, physicians, patients, families, and other site staff. Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide timely pharmaceutical support for the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May perform specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department. The position is primarily remote, but requires regular access to and the ability to report to local clinic or office locations. Onsite attendance may be needed for training, meetings, team activities, performance-related activities, operational support, and other business needs. This is a full-time, regular position with an eight-hour day shift, Monday through Friday, totaling 40 hours weekly. Weekend work is not required. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs, including managing, storing, preparing, receiving, unpacking, transporting, disposing of, or administering them, in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines. The stated pay range is $34.88 to $48.83 per hour; the range may differ based on work location. Starting pay considers factors such as experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. 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 of the listed credentials: Registered Pharmacy Technician (PHRMTECHR), Certified Pharmacy Technician (PHARMC), or Pharmacy Technician (PHARMT).
Four years of recent relevant experience.
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, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working 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

Support and participate in 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 the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis, using sound judgment and developed clinical skills.
Follow local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
Perform specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff, as needed.
Report to local clinic or office locations for training, meetings, team activities, performance-related activities, operational support, and other business needs, as required.
Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.