Pharmacy Technician 1-NOC

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

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About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician One (1)-NOC assists with drug distribution within the scope of responsibility for inpatient, IV room, and outpatient specialty areas. The position prepares sterile products and maintains records and computer data related to patients and medications. Work is performed in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and applicable pharmacy department policies and standards of practice.

The role supports prescription processing, refill authorization, insurance billing, medication filling, and cash-register operation, and covers both drop-off and pick-up windows. Services may be provided for LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. The technician performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Training Program or a Bachelor of Science degree in a related physical or life science, such as biology, chemistry, or physics, from an accredited institution.
• California Pharmacy Technician license.
• Knowledge of billing and medical terminology.
• Ability to use computer and software programs necessary for the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and by telephone.
• Ability to perform basic math, think critically, problem solve, work independently with minimal supervision, and manage and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate professionally, follow or enforce policies, accept direction, and work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to read and write legibly and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to assemble, troubleshoot, and calibrate patient care equipment and perform technical age-specific patient care activities as required.
• Sensory abilities necessary for patient care, including distinguishing colors and smells, adequate hearing and vision for work tasks, identifying workplace or patient-care sounds, and discerning temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of hospital pharmacy or IV admixture experience.
• Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drug distribution in inpatient, IV room, and outpatient specialty areas.
• Prepare sterile products.
• Maintain records and computer data related to patients and medications.
• Follow applicable laws, pharmacy department policies, and standards of practice.
• Process prescriptions and refill authorizations, bill insurance, fill medications, and operate the cash register.
• Cover drop-off and pick-up windows.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time