Automation Pharmacy Technician 4 (IVX) Pasadena, CA

Omnicell•Pasadena, CA

12d•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

As a Pharmacy Services Automation Pharmacy Technician 4, you will help ensure the reliable daily dispensing of sterile compounded medications using Omnicell’s automated IV equipment at a customer site in Pasadena, California. The role includes operating and maintaining equipment, managing medication and consumable inventories, documenting work, troubleshooting issues, and communicating with pharmacy operations and customer contacts. You will perform IV automation tasks in an aseptic manner and follow standard operating procedures, including safe-handling procedures for hazardous drugs. You will also support customer satisfaction, training, compliance, and pharmacy service workflows. The position is based in a hospital pharmacy environment and requires daily work at the client site. The day shift is listed, with hours to be determined; shifts are typically 8 to 10 hours, and work may fall outside normal business hours depending on business or project needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Active nationally certified pharmacy technician certification through PTCB or NHA (CPHT/ExCPT).
Active California State Board of Pharmacy technician license or registration.
Working knowledge of sterile or IV compounding.
Good organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
Customer service skills.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with mechanical equipment.
Working knowledge of computer hardware, Microsoft Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently, follow a detailed plan, and demonstrate initiative.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well with customers and employees at various levels.
Ability to travel out of state for training.
Ability to commute daily to and work at the client site in the area of 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, California.
Ability to stand for several hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Selected candidates may be required to pass a math aptitude test.
Drug screening is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of IV compounding experience.
Proficiency in using personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene techniques.
Working knowledge of sterile environment requirements.
Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
Two years of previous experience in hospital pharmacy automation.
Basic troubleshooting skills with automation devices.
Automation implementation experience.

Responsibilities

Perform IV automation tasks aseptically and without errors, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Clean and maintain IV automation equipment daily, weekly, and monthly.
Follow Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs procedures when handling medications.
Identify and order medications to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Monitor and order consumable supplies required to operate the equipment.
Perform basic troubleshooting and standard maintenance of IV automation equipment, and report unresolved issues to the IV TAC.
Complete fingertip and media fill sampling.
Communicate proactively with the pharmacy operations manager and customer to identify and resolve problems.
Maintain customer satisfaction by providing quality, professional, responsive support and acting as a liaison between Omnicell and the customer.
Conduct training and ensure required documentation is completed and Pharmacy Services procedures and policies are followed.
Manage work-related expenses, complete expense reports, and follow corporate card procedures and Omnicell travel policies.
Follow reasonable procedures, policies, and guidelines established by the customer facility.
Maintain national certification and all state-required credentials.
Serve as a resource or subject matter expert for Omnicell team members by providing training or assistance onsite or remotely to support optimal workflow.