Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hours Variable Shifts (Non-Union, Non-Exempt)
Keck Medicine of USC•Arcadia, CA
•$25 - $40•Onsite
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures.
Requirements
- High School or equivalent
- 1 year Experience in Hospital In-Patient Facility.
- Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy.
Nice To Haves
- Specialized/technical training: Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School
Responsibilities
- Works under direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times.
- Responsible duties include drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center.
- Competency in performing ALL aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems.
- Assisting in ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded.
- Competency in maintaining accurate controlled substance inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system (Keck only).
- Accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications with pharmacist verification.
- Certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system.
- Generates revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing).
- Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
- Consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets.
- Completes monthly expiration medication assignments and documents consistently.
- Competency in repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program.
- Competency in aseptic technique.
- Appropriate use of technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery. (checking medication history, printing labels, checking drip rates).
- Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assist in restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
- Assists health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner (i.e. answers questions and requests, triage calls to appropriate personnel).
- Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific workflow. Technician is able to prioritize responsibilities appropriately.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Pay Transparency
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
