Sr. Pharmacy Technician - Full Time - Days - 8hr ICH

Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital • Covina, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the preparation, storage and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Additionally responsible for inventory control in the absence of the buyer, orientation and training of technician staff, PI and QA data collection, and reports and other projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Training as per State Board of Pharmacy requirements for Pharmacy Technician.
• Two years as a pharmacy technician in a hospital environment.
• Knowledge of trade/generic drug names.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique for the preparation of all types of IVs.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Sufficient typing skills for computer order entry.
• Good understanding of pharmacy systems, pharmacy's role in the hospital setting, and the interface between pharmacy and other departments.
• General understanding of pharmacy computer applications.
• Technical expertise in personal computers.
• Ability to use common reference material.
• Ability to withstand stress of a high activity area.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written skills) for effective communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Pharmacy Technician License.
• Annual 2 hours of stroke education required for those working at QVH.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, storage, and distribution of medications under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Inventory control in the absence of the buyer.
• Orientation and training of technician staff.
• PI and QA data collection.
• Reports and other projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED