Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician III

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

5d•$40 - $56•Remote

About The Position

The Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician III supports and participates in 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 position exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide timely pharmaceutical support for patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses. It follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety, and may perform specific tasks or orient other staff to the department. The position is primarily remote, though occasional onsite presence may be required for operational needs such as meetings, training, staff support, or other business needs. It is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position on a day shift, Monday through Friday, with eight-hour shifts and no weekend requirements. The pay range is $40.05 to $56.07 per hour. 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 following credentials: Registered Pharmacy Technician (PHRMTECHR), Certified Pharmacy Technician (PHARMC), or Pharmacy Technician (TCH).
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, 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

Support and participate in the overall operation of pharmacy technicians, including staffing and assigning work.
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 support 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 applicable 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.