Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (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 standard departmental procedures. The role supports drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center, and requires accurate, efficient work with pharmacist verification. The technician uses pharmacy technology and automated dispensing systems to support medication delivery, inventory, documentation, billing, and workflow. The position is per diem with rotating 8-hour shifts and is non-exempt and union-represented.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
- One year of experience in pharmacy.
- Ability to perform dose calculations, double-check product selection, and perform aseptic and hazardous-drug compounding using a USP 797/800-compliant clean room and personal protective equipment while maintaining final-product sterility and reducing exposure and contamination.
- 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 not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days and kept current through renewal. Required within LA City only.
Responsibilities
- Work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist at all times.
- Perform drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center.
- Use all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems and help ensure medications are appropriately barcoded.
- Maintain accurate controlled-substance inventory using the CII Pyxis system at Keck, as applicable.
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently for pharmacist verification.
- Apply chemotherapy preparation practices and use the Texium system.
- Calculate, record, and issue charges for revenue generation, including OR billing.
- Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Consistently document pharmacy log sheets.
- Complete and document monthly medication-expiration assignments.
- Repackage and unit-dose medications using the MILT4 program.
- Use aseptic technique.
- Use computers, telecommunications, Cerner, Power Chart, and Pyxis to triage workflow and support efficient medication delivery, including checking medication histories, printing labels, and checking drip rates.
- Check pharmacy stock and assist with restocking and rotating medications and supplies.
- Respond to health care providers’ calls promptly, answering questions and requests or directing 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
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
