Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician prepares and distributes medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and according to departmental procedures. The position supports medication distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center, and contributes to safe, timely pharmacy operations through accurate medication preparation, inventory maintenance, documentation, and communication with healthcare providers. The technician works under direct pharmacist supervision at all times and uses pharmacy technology and automated dispensing systems to support workflow. The role includes chemotherapy preparation, aseptic and hazardous drug compounding, unit-dose repackaging, controlled substance inventory responsibilities where applicable, and maintaining a safe, clean pharmacy environment. Keck Hospital of USC is a 343-bed acute care hospital providing specialized care for complex medical and surgical conditions. The position is full-time and has an hourly rate range of $25.69–$43.67. The listed schedule is an 8-hour rotating shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
- At least 1 year of pharmacy experience.
- Ability to perform dose calculations, double-check product selection, and perform aseptic and hazardous drug compounding in a USP 797/800-compliant clean room using personal protective equipment to limit exposure and contamination and maintain product sterility.
- Organization and time-management skills.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service.
- Pharmacy Technician registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy (CA DCA).
- Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); if the card is not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire and renewed before expiration. This requirement applies only within LA City.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and distribute medications for patient consumption under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
- Perform drug distribution and intravenous admixture duties throughout the hospital and/or infusion center.
- Use all aspects of Pyxis automated dispensing systems and assist in ensuring medications are appropriately barcoded.
- Maintain accurate controlled substance inventory using the CII Pyxis system at Keck, where applicable.
- Accurately and efficiently prepare and dispense medications for pharmacist verification.
- Prepare chemotherapy in accordance with required practices and use the Texium system.
- Calculate, record, and issue charges, including operating room billing.
- Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Complete and consistently document pharmacy log sheets.
- Complete monthly medication expiration assignments and document the work consistently.
- Repackage and unit-dose medications using the MILT4 program.
- Use aseptic technique.
- Use computers, telecommunications, Cerner, Power Chart, and Pyxis to triage workflow, including checking medication histories, printing labels, and checking drip rates.
- Check pharmacy stock and assist with restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
- Respond to healthcare providers’ calls in a timely manner, answer questions and requests, and triage calls to appropriate personnel.
- Manage time and prioritize responsibilities to maintain shift-specific workflow.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
