Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I at Stanford Medicine Children's Health — PALO ALTO, CA

JOB SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Technician I is the entry, developmental, and training level of the Pharmacy Technician Job Family that performs, under supervision of a pharmacist, non-sterile compounding, and central pharmacy operations including preparing medication doses, and responding to nursing requests. Demonstrates a basic understanding of the responsibilities regarding medication and pharmacy operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Compounds non-sterile, non-hazardous drugs and repackages medications using pharmaceutical mathematic calculations for pharmacist approval.
• Inventories supplies by checking for shortages, rotating stock, and removing expired medications.
• Accurately prepares and distributes medications.
• Documents compounding and medications in computer systems.
• Runs basic pharmacy operation reports.
• Responds to nursing requests by distributing doses to patients, successfully following security protocols.
• Performs basic controlled substance distribution and delivery.
• Fills medication trays and ensures accuracy.
• Utilizes pharmacy resources for accurate documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: None required.

License/Certification:

• Intern Pharmacist by California Board of Pharmacy
• or
• Pharmacy Technician by California Board of Pharmacy

KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity.
• Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations; weighing, measuring and documentation with accuracy.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
• Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Pay Range

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $38.91 to $43.63