Pharmacy Technician 1-NOC

About the Role

The Pharmacy Technician One (1)-NOC position assists in all aspects of drug distribution within the scope of responsibility for various specialty areas (Inpatient, IV room and outpatient).

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares various sterile products.
• Maintains records and computer data related to patients and medications.
• Functions in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, and follows applicable policies and standards of practice of the pharmacy department.
• Satisfies patient needs with respect to prescription processing, refill authorization, insurance billing, filling of medications, and operating the cash register.
• Covers both drop-off and pick-up windows.
• Services may be provided for both LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• California Pharmacy Technician license required.
• Billing knowledge.
• Medical terminology knowledge.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to speak professionally.
• Ability to assemble, troubleshoot, and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Ability to perform technical age-specific patient care activities as required.
• Ability to read.
• Ability to speak English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
• Ability to use computer and software programs necessary to the position.
• Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Ability to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Ability to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Ability to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
• Ability to accept direction.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to recall information with accuracy.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care.
• Ability to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to the position.
• Ability to discern temperature variances through touch.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Training Program or Bachelor of Science Degree related to physical or life sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum one year of hospital pharmacy or IV admixture experience preferred.