Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I_

Roseville

**Organization:**

SRMC-Sutter Roseville Med Center

**Position Overview:**

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, and nutritional products. Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking accuracy of pricing, and completing required regulatory documentation. Exercises sound judgment and has developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing other specific tasks and/or orienting other staff to the department.

**Job Description** :

**EDUCATION:**

+ Other: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

**CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:**

+ PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

+ OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician

+ OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician

**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:**

+ Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.

+ Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

+ Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.

+ Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

+ Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

+ Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

+ Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.

+ Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

+ Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

+ Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

**Job Shift:**

Varied

**Schedule:**

Varied

**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

**Number of Openings:**

1

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

Pay Range is $30.21 to $37.74 / hour

_The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.