Pharmacy Tech III - Per Diem - MOP Infusion - 140661

Pharmacy Tech III - Per Diem - MOP Infusion

Under general supervision, will perform a full range of duties at the UCSD McGrath Outpatient Pavilion. Assists the pharmacist in the preparation of medications (including antineoplastics/chemotherapy) for patient use for IV sterile compounding preparation & administration in accordance to established procedures under USP <797/USP 800, assist in the distributions of medications via Pyxis Med Station and A Stations; maintains skills applicable to all information systems within the pharmacy, maintain inventory levels; and perform other duties as assigned. Will perform assigned operational duties in a scheduled area and will assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution duties in the assigned area.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant Pharmacy experience.
• Experience in project management/system responsibility (e.g. Pyxis, narcotic control, QI, or pharmacy buyer/biller/analyst); OR is a Pharmacy School graduate; OR expanded responsibilities over several areas OR possess a Pharmacy Intern License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two - five (2 - 5) years of previous IV and Chemo experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pharmacy terminology and calculations.
• Proficient computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Strong detail and organizational skills to sort, file and retrieve information.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
• Ability to work in a self-directed work team environment and function effectively in a high-volume, multiple demand environments.

Special Conditions

• Hours are variable (8 to 10 hours shifts) including weekends and rotating holidays (up to every other), coverage for sick calls and vacation.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on business needs.
• Must be willing to rotate to all pharmacy areas/sites.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.