Pharmacy Tech - Newport Beach Pharmacy

$60,320 - $94,016/Yr

Keck Medical Center Of Usc - Newport Beach, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Newport Beach, CA

Hospitals

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician at Keck Medical Center of USC is responsible for preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role supports the Pharmacy Department by ensuring accurate medication distribution and maintaining compliance with departmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications under the direct supervision of the pharmacist.
• Perform all aspects of the Omnicell® automated dispensing machines, including refilling cabinets and verifying medications with a pharmacist.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the work area, pharmacy, and medication rooms.
• Document log sheets regularly and timely, including refrigerator temperature logs and IV Hood cleaning logs.
• Encode physician orders accurately and notify the pharmacist of any orders requiring follow-up.
• Ensure all medications delivered to patients are verified by a pharmacist and fulfill assignments timely.
• Demonstrate competency in repackaging medications and IV admixtures, utilizing aseptic techniques.
• Maintain record keeping logs of controlled substances and obtain signatures from recipients upon delivery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the Cerner Millenium PharmNet system for viewing profiles and printing labels.
• Perform floor stock responsibilities accurately and completely.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of experience in a Hospital In-Patient Facility.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician School.
• 5 years of experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $29.00 to $45.20.