Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician III

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

1d•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 patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety. May perform specific departmental tasks and orient other staff. 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. The role is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shifts, Monday through Friday. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs and must follow applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or meeting Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration.
One of the following credentials or registrations: 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 applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge and understanding 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.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

Responsibilities

Support and participate in the overall operation of pharmacy technicians, including staffing and work assignments.
Serve as liaison between the department and staff, information systems, physicians, patients, families, and other site staff.
Perform pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy.
Provide timely pharmaceutical support for patients’ plans of care using sound judgment and developed clinical skills.
Adhere to 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, and other operational needs as required.
Manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable guidelines, as relevant to assigned work.