Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

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, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixtures and solutions. Follows standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection-control policies to maintain safe and sterile medication areas, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Supports inventory management and control, including maintaining stock levels, checking pricing accuracy, and completing regulatory documentation. Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support patients’ plans of care in a timely manner while following applicable regulations and policies for privacy and safety. May perform other department tasks and orient staff. Serves as a primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff performing inpatient pharmacy technician tasks. Independently performs patient medication history interviews and documents them in the electronic medical record, and researches and resolves controlled-substance discrepancies with nursing, anesthesia, or other clinical users. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with 40 weekly hours. The schedule is varied, with 10-hour day shifts and work every other weekend. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable USP 800 guidelines. Pay is $36.63 to $51.27 per hour; the compensation range may vary by geographic location and is based on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, departmental equity, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program or having met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration.
Registered Pharmacy Technician (PHRMTECHR), Certified Pharmacy Technician (PHARMC), or Pharmacy Technician (TCH) certification/licensure.
One year 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 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.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized operating procedures and scientific methods, and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
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 amid interruptions, and protect patient PHI.
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, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixtures and solutions.
Follow standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection-control policies to maintain safe and sterile medication areas, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods.
Assist with medication and supply inventory management, maintain adequate stock, check pricing accuracy, and complete regulatory documentation.
Provide timely pharmaceutical support for patients’ plans of care using sound judgment and developed clinical skills.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
Serve as a primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff performing inpatient pharmacy technician tasks.
Conduct patient medication history interviews and document them in the electronic medical record independently of other pharmacy tasks.
Independently research and resolve controlled-substance discrepancies and complete the resolution process with nursing, anesthesia, or other clinical users.
Perform other specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff as needed.
Perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.