Pharmacy Technician (Per Diem)

CSU Careers•Sacramento, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Pharmacist, duties include, but are not limited to: processes prescription orders, answers telephones, handles patient transactions and stocks inventory in the pharmacy, assists in keeping various pharmacy records, orders medications and supplies, cash collection/management, and other duties as assigned. This position performs non-discretionary tasks related to the processing of prescriptions in a licensed pharmacy, excluding all duties restricted to a registered pharmacist. Works closely with Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians, and Intern Pharmacists.

Requirements

Working knowledge of brand and generic drug names, prescription packaging and labeling, aseptic compounding techniques, and drug disposal protocols.
General knowledge of different pharmacy operations, practices, and procedures; and familiarity with the standards, ethics, laws, and regulations governing pharmacy practices in the State of California.
Ability to understand and use pharmacy and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications.
Perform the record keeping functions involved in and related to dispensing drugs and inventory management.
Perform packaging and labeling of drug products.
Perform calculations for drug dosing.
Effectively use and maintain the pharmacy automated system to maintain pharmacy and prescription records, produce required reports, and perform cashiering functions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff.
Exhibit strong customer service skills with patients.
High school diploma or equivalent and the required education and training to be a registered Pharmacy Technician by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Equivalent to six months to one year of experience working in a pharmacy setting.
Basic Life support recognition (CPR)
Possess a current valid California Pharmacy Technician license.
Completion of a recognized/accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program (includes hands-on training period during externship), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensed Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy and in good standing.
Minimum experience and skills in an ambulatory health center, Pharmacy and/or in a retail/community pharmacy, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with a large, diverse population including maintaining good relationship between Pharmacy and medical staff.
Ability to use good judgment in responding to or referring questions by nurses, physicians, and other professional personnel.
Knowledge, skills, and ability to perform basic computer entries.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of all services provided by pharmacy and clinic.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Nice To Haves

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
One year or more experience in a community retail pharmacy setting.
Experience with electronic pharmacy billing and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

Processes prescription orders
Answers telephones
Handles patient transactions
Stocks inventory in the pharmacy
Assists in keeping various pharmacy records
Orders medications and supplies
Cash collection/management
Performs non-discretionary tasks related to the processing of prescriptions in a licensed pharmacy
Works closely with Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians, and Intern Pharmacists