Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I
Stanford Medicine Children's Health•Palo Alto, CA
•$39 - $44•Onsite
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician I is the entry, developmental, and training level of the Pharmacy Technician Job Family that performs, under supervision of a pharmacist, non-sterile compounding, and central pharmacy operations including preparing medication doses, and responding to nursing requests. Demonstrates a basic understanding of the responsibilities regarding medication and pharmacy operations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- None required (experience).
- Intern Pharmacist by California Board of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Technician by California Board of Pharmacy.
- Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity.
- Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations; weighing, measuring and documentation with accuracy.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
- Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy.
- Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
- Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
- Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies.
Responsibilities
- Compounds non-sterile, non-hazardous drugs and repackages medications using pharmaceutical mathematic calculations for pharmacist approval.
- Inventories supplies by checking for shortages, rotating stock, and removing expired medications.
- Accurately prepares and distributes medications.
- Documents compounding and medications in computer systems.
- Runs basic pharmacy operation reports.
- Responds to nursing requests by distributing doses to patients, successfully following security protocols.
- Performs basic controlled substance distribution and delivery.
- Fills medication trays and ensures accuracy.
- Utilizes pharmacy resources for accurate documentation.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
