Pharmacy Technician, Inpatient Level I - Pharmacy

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist by performing certain technical functions associated with drug distribution in accordance with specific provisions, standards, and Pharmacy Business and Professions Code.  Dependent upon assignment, the principal areas of drug distribution may include unit dose, intravenous and oral drug compounding, TPN preparation, inventory control, automated dispensing equipment and related duties, as required.  Customer service, teamwork and communication are important job functions. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

High school diploma, GED or foreign equivalent  

One year of experience   

Registered CA Pharmacy Technician  

Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology, metric and apothecary measures  

Knowledge of pharmacy ethics, laws, and accountability and control of prescriptions and controlled drugs  

Didactic and practical IV compounding experience   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Experience in a pediatric hospital setting  

Three years of experience   

Experience with automated dispensing machines and barcode technology

The current salary range for this position is $30.10 to $41.91

A candidate’s placement in the range will be determined based on the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to being externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by reviewing market data to remain competitive within the nonprofit, healthcare sector. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.