Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I

Sutter Health•Auburn, WA

About The Position

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medications and non-sterile nutritional products. Follows standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection-control policies to maintain a safe medication area. Assists with medication and supply inventory management, including maintaining adequate stock, checking pricing accuracy, and completing required regulatory documentation. Uses judgment and clinical skills to provide timely pharmaceutical support to the patient’s plan of care. Complies with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety. May perform other department-specific tasks or orient other staff. The role is per diem/casual, with a varied schedule and variable days. The shift is 10 hours during the day, and weekend work is required as needed. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines. The stated pay range is $34.88 to $48.83 per hour; compensation may vary by location and candidate-related factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package, but specific benefits are not listed.

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 (TCH).
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations.
Knowledge of different pharmacy practice settings, including controlled-substance 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 NABP, TJC, 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 meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and related pharmaceutical technology, as applicable.
Ability to perform basic inventory management duties.
Ability to perform calculations and basic math needed for common dosage determination.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Prepare, compound, package, label, and dispense medications and non-sterile nutritional products.
Repackage and compound non-sterile products.
Follow standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection-control policies to maintain a safe medication area.
Assist with medication and supply inventory management, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking pricing accuracy, and completing required regulatory documentation.
Provide timely pharmaceutical support to the patient’s plan of care using sound judgment and clinical skills.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
May perform other specific department tasks and/or orient other staff.
Manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, and dispose of hazardous drugs as applicable, in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.