Pharmacy Technician II PD

University of California, San Francisco•Oakland, CA

About The Position

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides medication-related services to patients cared for by UCSF Medical Center and its providers and payors. Under the direction of Pharmaceutical Services, the Pharmacy Technician II provides pharmaceutical care across pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System and specialized services to campus-based research operations. The position may be primarily assigned to a designated site, but requires flexibility to work at all UCSF Health locations as operational needs dictate. Pharmacy technicians are accountable to the supervising or operating pharmacist responsible for patient care and safety. The Pharmacy Technician II performs medication preparation, distribution, and inventory management activities, and supports training and educational activities for pharmacy learners.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized or accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program, including hands-on training during an externship, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of experience as a pharmacy technician in hospitals or healthcare, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Flexibility to work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
Licensed Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the California Board of Pharmacy.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT).

Responsibilities

Prepare patient medication orders, including unit dose and cartfill orders, compounded oral and intravenous medications, chemotherapy orders, and controlled substances.
Ensure medication preparations, including extemporaneously compounded products, meet institutional standards, laws, and accepted standards of practice.
Coordinate timely medication delivery and refills to patient medication drawers, unit dose cassettes, and automated dispensing cabinets.
Maintain appropriate knowledge of pharmacy automation and electronic health records.
Manage medication inventory, including cycle counts, automated dispensing cabinet stock updates, and outdate checks.
Maintain accurate drug inventory records, including requisition orders and controlled substance records, in accordance with policies and procedures.
Report and resolve discrepancies with the nursing unit and pharmacist in charge, with appropriate documentation.
Provide pharmaceutical care and interact with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers as appropriate.
Triage provider issues received by phone and in-basket messages when pharmacist attention is not required, and provide prompt, courteous service at the window.
Train pharmacy learners, including students, residents, pharmacists, and technicians, and facilitate learning experiences that support their professional growth and competency development.