Pharmacy Technician, Outpatient (Part Time)
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician I prepares medications pursuant to physician orders; performs sterile and non-sterile compounding in the main pharmacy; repackages bulk medication in unit-dose form; restocks automatic dispensing machines; answers phone calls and troubleshoots questions within the scope of practice; participates in inventory management; conducts regular unit inspections; maintains appropriate records and documentation; and routinely participates in departmental educational initiatives. The position is based in Orange, California, and is part-time on an 8-hour day shift. The posted pay range is $25.46–$42.01, with a midpoint of $33.73. Pay is determined by factors including knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, and position requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Minimum six weeks of pharmacy externship training or two years of retail/ambulatory care experience.
- Graduation from an ASHP-accredited program, or a non-ASHP-accredited program plus 240 hours of externship, or two years of inpatient/outpatient hospital experience with a state license.
- California Pharmacy Technician license.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical compounding, both sterile and non-sterile.
- Proficiency in pharmaceutical math calculations.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of retail/ambulatory care pharmacy experience.
- Previous experience in a pediatric or hospital outpatient pharmacy setting.
- Associate degree in Pharmacy Technology.
- Familiarity with Automated Dispensing Cabinet use and other IV workflow automation.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Certified Compounding Sterile Preparation (CSPT).
- Pharmacy Technician Board Certification (CPhT).
Responsibilities
- Prepare medications pursuant to physician orders.
- Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding in the main pharmacy.
- Repackage bulk medication in unit-dose form.
- Restock automatic dispensing machines.
- Answer phone calls and troubleshoot questions within the scope of practice.
- Participate in inventory management activities.
- Conduct regular unit inspections.
- Maintain appropriate records and documentation.
- Participate routinely in departmental educational initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
