Inpatient Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

The pharmacy technician works under general and direct supervision of the staff pharmacists found within an outpatient pharmacy to ensure that the distribution and provision of ethical, professional, and patient care oriented pharmaceutical services are provided in accordance with state and federal law and regulations, and within standards of The Joint Commission and state Pharmacy Board. This position will include correctly preparing, processing, and other specific technician duties as required by the outpatient pharmacy setting. Technicians will work with customers and outpatients, and may be required to supervise other pharmacy personnel when necessary to provide excellent customer service. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Pharmacy or his or her appointee.

Education

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• HS Diploma or GED certificate

Certification & Licensure

• TCH-Pharmacy Technician

Preferred Experience as Typically Acquired In

• One year of professional experience as a pharmacy technician beyond the externship and preferably in an outpatient care setting.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Systems experience with unit dosing such as mediset system and/or electronic health record a plus.
• Experience with medical payment and reimbursement programs, or a willingness to learn, is a plus.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of procurement, storage, and preparation for dispensing of medications.
• Knowledge of TJC, Title 22, State and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the legal operation of a pharmacy and understanding of practices and rules regarding patient confidentiality and HIPAA.
• Knowledge of medical recordkeeping requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of the use and dispensing of narcotics and poisons.
• Knowledge of basics of medications used within the scope of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, preferably Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of automation such as, but not limited to, automated dispensing machines, medisets and look up status of the Electronic Health Record.
• Demonstrates ability to resolve drug distribution system issues.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees, Physicians and patients.
• Proactive Team Player.
• Excellent Time Management Skills to meet schedule and report deadlines.
• Recertification of operational and clinical competencies.
• Responsible for accurate processing, filling and properly documenting all prescriptions and must be able to fill at any station within the outpatient pharmacy as required for daily functions.

Job Shift: Varied

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend, Occasionally

Benefits: No

Unions: Yes

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $34.13 to $42.43 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.