Inpatient Pharmacy Technician

Sutter Health

Berkeley, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$34.13–$42.43 Per Hour

LOCATION

Berkeley, CA

POSTED

12 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview:

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.

Job Description :

EDUCATION

+ _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

+ HS Diploma or GED certificate

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

+ PHARMT-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 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

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

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._

About the Company

Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1921

WEBSITE

https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/

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