Pharmacy Tech I - Pharmacy

Montage Health • Monterey, CA

1d • $32 - $43

About The Position

Under the leadership of the department director and/or the assistant director of pharmacy operations, the pharmacy technician assists with pharmacy department activities that do not require a pharmacist’s professional judgment. The role supports quality pharmaceutical care and calls for professional commitment, teamwork, interpersonal skills, attention to safety, good customer relations, fiscal responsibility, and broad pharmacy knowledge.

The position works 8-hour shifts, five days per work week, with alternating weekend and holiday schedules. It is a regular position. Pay is $32.49 to $43.47 per hour, based on years of applicable experience. Shift differentials are $2.17 per hour for evening shifts and $3.26 per hour for night shifts.

Requirements

• At least three years of pharmacy technician experience.
• Education required for California State Pharmacy Technician licensure.
• California Pharmacy Technician license or undergraduate California Pharmacist Intern license.
• Pass orientation and an initial competency assessment before independent assignment requiring the applicable skill, and complete and pass all annual competencies.
• Existing employees must obtain PTCB certification by April 2026.
• For employees assigned to drive company vehicles: valid California driver’s license, acceptable driving record of three points or less, and participation in the DMV pull-notice program.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification; if not already obtained, it must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and drug profiles.
• Prepare unit-dose medications.
• Perform non-sterile compounding and associated basic math.
• Enter data into pharmacy computer systems.
• Fill and manage automated dispensing devices.
• Assist pharmacists in providing quality pharmaceutical care.
• Deliver medications to offsite locations and perform Pyxis maintenance when assigned to drive company vehicles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed