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Cardinal Health
Behavioral Health Hospital Pharmacy Technician
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$45,827 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
What Health System Pharmacy Contributes To Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes. Job Summary Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Aurora San Diego. We are currently recruiting for a Full-Time Pharmacy Technician to work 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM. Occasional weekends and holidays may be scheduled with a 10AM-2:30PM schedule. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include typing pharmacy orders, the preparation of and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory and processing product returns. There is no IV room at this facility. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders. Responsibilities Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy. Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment. Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory. Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system. Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner. Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction. Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system. Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations. Qualifications High school degree or equivalent preferred State Pharmacy Technician license/registration if applicable National pharmacy technician certification if applicable In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred Flexibility in working schedule Ability to work in a group Strong verbal and written communication skills required Strong customer service skills required Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks is required Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to focus on tasks; Ability to evaluate operating conditions; Ability to exercise sound judgment Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets May require vendor credentialing What is expected of you and others at this level Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods Adheres to all quality guidelines Works under moderate degree of supervision Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor Anticipated hourly range: $21.20 per hour - $27.18 per hour Bonus eligible: