Pharmacy Technician III-Ambulatory Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician III-Ambulatory Pharmacy County of Riverside - 3.8 Moreno Valley, CA Job Details $22.35 - $33.28 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Dispensing prescriptions Spanish Medication reconciliation Insurance prior authorization Expiration dates monitoring Electronic health records (EHR) management Achieving HIPAA compliance Pharmacy Technician License HIPAA Data reporting Shift management Mid-level Outpatient Databases Clinical staff training Supervising experience Policy & process development Quality assurance Team management Medication supplies Quality improvement Healthcare team management 1 year Pharmacy operations Managing patient records Care coordination Drug stocking Employee evaluation Overseeing training Staff development Full Job Description JOB The County of Riverside's RUHS-Medical Center is seeking a skilled Pharmacy Technician III to join the Ambulatory Pharmacy Division in Moreno Valley. Under general supervision, incumbents are responsible in supporting and participating in the medication management process including procurement, storage, preparation, distribution, and monitoring of medications; performs other related duties as required. The Pharmacy Technician III is the advanced journey level classification in the Pharmacy Technician series and reports to a Pharmacist or Supervising Pharmacy Technician. Incumbents perform the more difficult assignments, duties and roles which require additional trainings beyond operations, as well as act as shift leads, participate in staff education and perform training duties. Under the guidance and supervision of the Pharmacists, the Technicians are responsible for the majority of the medication preparation and distribution, and processing of prescriptions and medication orders. The Pharmacy Technician III is distinguished from the Supervising Pharmacy Technician in that the latter provides full scope supervision to staff and supervises the day-to-day operation. Advancement to the next level is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.

The Pharmacy Technician will play a key role in supporting patient access to specialty medications by processing and submitting prior authorizations, following up with payers to expedite approvals, and assisting patients in navigating manufacturer and assistance programs. This role supports ambulatory care clinic operations through patient management activities such as medication adherence outreach, refill reminders, care coordination, and communication with healthcare providers. Responsibilities also include accurately entering and updating patient information, medication orders, and insurance details in the EHR; managing medication inventory through ordering, receiving, storing, and monitoring for expired or recalled products; and supporting medication reconciliation by gathering and verifying medication histories. The technician will maintain compliance with clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and safety standards while collaborating closely with pharmacists, providers, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure seamless continuity of care. Candidates must be licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of California and have at least two years of retail pharmacy experience or one year of medication prior authorization experience. Spanish-speaking applicants are encouraged to apply.

Work Schedule:

Tentative day shift on a 5/8 schedule; final schedule to be discussed during the interview.

Meet the Team!

Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Examples of Essential Duties (may include but not limited to)

• Perform all essential duties of a Pharmacy Technician.
• Provide input and guidance to management and staff as needed.
• Work on other projects as assigned or as pertains to the pharmacy area.
• Participate and support performance improvement activities; maintain quality assurance data and contribute to the quality assurance processes.
• Generate reports and analyses pertaining to particular area of practice.
• Assist the Clinical Pharmacist in daily tasks; work under written protocol or collaborative practices.
• Perform complex duties independently.
• Able to utilize databases and systems pertaining to area of work.
• Engage with other members of the healthcare team and customers to facilitate patient care needs.
• Train new staff; participate in ongoing evaluation of staff competency.
• Serve as a lead and direct the activities of technicians, trainees and students.
• Problem solve daily obstacles, e.g., related to staffing, workflow operations, communication, and de-escalation.
• Contribute to improvements in procedure or workflow; participate in the development and revision of policy and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment, Please contact at Anay Sanchez at or 951.955.5893. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.