Pharmacy Tech II/III - Infusion
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Under general supervision, the Pharmacy Tech II/III - Infusion duties include performing patient refill calls, filling delivery ticket orders, staging compound worksheets and pulling the necessary ingredients, packing supplies and medication for Dynamex or Fedex delivery, Coordinating the delivery via the courier service, equipment cleaning and testing, purchasing of medications and supplies, receiving and stocking of medications and supplies. Sterile compounding and duties which will include selecting products to be filled and labels using computer complying with departmental Policy and Procedures. Review compounding products for problems and alert pharmacist for assistance, if needed. Accurately prepare prescription according to department standards. Package medications, medical supplies and equipment for issue and/or delivery per department to ensure proper storage prior to delivery and in route. Prepare medication and medical supplies; verify correctness of order entry. Compute all calculations as needed. Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Pharm Tech II or Pharm Tech III.
Qualifications
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required for Pharmacy Tech III. Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy required for both Pharmacy Tech II/III. Minimum of two (2) years for Pharmacy Tech II of relevant experience (Infusion pharmacy, sterile compounding, inpatient pharmacy). Minimum of five (5) years for Pharmacy Tech III of relevant experience (Infusion pharmacy, sterile compounding, inpatient pharmacy). Thorough knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations. Proficient computer experience and accurate data entry skills. Detail and organizational skills to sort, file and retrieve information. Ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines. Ability to work in a self-directed work team environment and function effectively in a high-volume, multiple demand environment. Have excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.