Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient (Full-Time, 8-Hour Rotating Shifts)

Stanford Health Care • Palo Alto, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services, such as processing prescriptions, in compliance with applicable State Board of Pharmacy regulations. The functions performed are those allowed by the Board of Pharmacy and are always checked before the product is released from the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician works under close supervision and performs entry-level work for a minimum of 6 months to about one year, regardless of prior experience. This role is part of Stanford Health Care's legacy of hope and innovation, contributing to delivering value and an exceptional experience for patients and families by adhering to C-I-CARE standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, or Pharmacy Technician Externship performed at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Department of Pharmacy
• Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity
• Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations; weighing, measuring and documentation with accuracy
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment
• Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of influence of patient's age, sex, concomitant disease states, concurrent drug therapy, foods and diagnostic procedures on drug activity and disposition
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility
• Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice
• IPH - Intern Pharmacist or CA Licensed Pharmacy Technician

Responsibilities

• Enters medication orders into the pharmacy system and operates automated dispensing equipment for accurate preparation and storage under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintains medication inventory; places and receives stock replacement orders.
• Receive and inspect stock deliveries, ensuring accuracy and proper storage.
• Perform routine inventory counts, reconcile discrepancies, and update records.
• Operate and maintain automated inventory and dispensing machines or systems.
• Monitor expiration dates, removing expired items to minimize waste.
• Document inventory transactions and maintain accurate records in compliance with policies.
• Prepares, packages, compounds and labels non-sterile drug products with appropriate final pharmacist checks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED