Pharmacy Tech, Inpatient Pharmacy, Full Time, Variable

$47,840 - $57,491/Yr

Adventist Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Luis Obispo, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician in the Inpatient Pharmacy at Adventist Health plays a crucial role in assisting pharmacists with the preparation and distribution of medications, maintaining drug inventory, and managing patient records. This position operates under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and is essential for ensuring the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients across various age groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications.
• Maintain the drug inventory and ensure proper storage of medications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Respond quickly to emergency requests for medications.
• Work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff to meet patient needs.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Technician certification required.
• Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy is mandatory.
• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Nice-to-haves

• College courses in pharmacy or related fields are desirable but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $23.00 to $27.64.
• Full-time employment with a variable shift schedule.