Pharm Technician, Inpatient Level II - Pharmacy

Rady Children's Hospital • San Diego, CA

272d • $30 - $41

About The Position

This position is viewed as an expert in pharmacy technical practices. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist by performing technical functions associated with drug distribution in accordance with specific provisions, standards, and State and Federal laws and regulations. Dependent upon assignment, the principle areas of drug distribution may include unit dose, intravenous, oral, and topical drug compounding, TPN preparation, inventory control, automated dispensing equipment and related duties, as required. Customer service, teamwork and communication are important job functions. Trains and mentors Level I technicians, pharmacist interns and pharmacy students. Using developed skills in pharmacy systems to trouble shoot issues, in coordination with a pharmacist, is expected. Strong coordination and prioritization skills are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or foreign equivalent.
• Two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Registered CA Pharmacy Technician.
• Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology, metric and apothecary measures.
• Didactic and practical experience in IV compounding including chemotherapy handling and preparation.
• Knowledge of pharmacy ethics, laws, and accountability and control of prescriptions and controlled drugs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree.
• Three years of experience.
• Experience in a pediatric hospital setting.
• Experience with automated dispensing machines and barcode technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist by performing technical functions associated with drug distribution.
• Handle unit dose, intravenous, oral, and topical drug compounding.
• Prepare TPN and manage inventory control.
• Operate automated dispensing equipment.
• Provide customer service and communicate effectively with team members.
• Train and mentor Level I technicians, pharmacist interns, and pharmacy students.
• Troubleshoot pharmacy systems issues in coordination with a pharmacist.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED