Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician 10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 $48,744

• $61,032 a year
• Full-time $48,744
• $61,032 a year
• Full-time We invite you to join our professional team!

The Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. The Pharmacy Technician will be directed by the Pharmacist I, Pharmacist II and/or Pharmacy Services Manager in the Pharmacy at the Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero (ASH).

The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

DRUG DISTRIBUTION

Follow pharmacy and nursing policy/procedures and Administrative Directives regarding medication processes at Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero.

Fill Unit Dose patient medications. Operate the repackaging machines to package medications into unit dose packets. Fill and restock the Automated medication Dispensing Devices (ADDs) throughout the hospital for administration to patients. Maintain the repackaging machine and the ADDs (cleaning and basic maintenance). Fax validated physician medication orders to the appropriate units. Filing documentation. Interface with units regarding unit dose processes and Automated Dispensing Devices. Fill prescriptions for discharged patients to be verified by the pharmacist on duty. Process and assemble injectables and intravenous admixtures for verification by the pharmacist on duty. Make any necessary medication deliveries related to the operational needs of the pharmacy/facility as requested by the supervisor(s) or pharmacist(s).

AUTOMATION

Accurately read and interpret physician's orders. Work directly with pharmacists to ensure accuracy of data collection, interpretation, and input of physician orders. Interface with unit regarding physician orders scheduling, distribution of automated Physician Orders (PO) and medication administration records. Interface with unit staff for retrieval of copies of physicians' orders. Process patient medication transfer orders. Print monthly medication administration records for the units.

Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, medications (Brand, generics, dosage forms, strength, and upper limits).

PROCUREMENT AND STORAGE

Utilize prime vendor software to purchase pharmaceuticals. Stock medication inventory on shelves, and rotate stock. Participate in checking for outdates (expired/expiring medication) on all pharmacy medication inventory, ADDs inventory throughout the hospital, Emergency Kits, and Crash Carts. Participate in medication room inspections.

Update shelves with prime vendor stickers.

Research and process recalled medications. Clean medication inventory shelves. Maintain and update medication information in the automated dispensing system and repackaging equipment. Collect and dispose of wasted medications in the appropriate waste receptacles. Help stock/restock unit emergency kits and crash carts. Provide training and share knowledge to new and existing pharmacy staff as directed by supervisor(s).

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the State Board of Pharmacy set forth in Section 4115 and 4202 of the Business and Professions Code. Registration requirements shall not apply during the first year of employment for a person employed or utilized as a Pharmacy Technician to assist in the filling of prescriptions for a person receiving treatment in a facility operated by the State Departments of Mental Health or Developmental Services . AND Either I One year of clerical work experience in a pharmacy relieving a pharmacist of clerical or subprofessional duties. Primary duties must have included stocking shelves with pharmaceutical supplies or typing pharmaceutical labels. [Experience in the California state service applied toward this requirement must be in a class at a level of responsibility not less than that of Office Assistant (General), Range B.] (Academic education above the 12th grade may be substituted for the experience on the basis of one year of education of a science or mathematical nature being equivalent to six months' experience. Students who are enrolled in the last semester or its equivalent of course work which upon completion will fulfill these requirements will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion before they can be considered for appointment.) OR II Completion of an academic curriculum and formal on-the-job training program for Pharmacy Technician. The hiring process consists of 3 steps through the offical state jobs website CalCareers. Applying through INDEED is only notifying of your interest but is not an offical application. 1. Create an account on the CalCareers state job site 2. Take and pass the Pharmacy Technician state eligibility examination 3. Apply for the Pharmacy Technician vacancy We offer: Health, dental and vision insurance. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

CALPERS retirement and 401K/457 plan options. Click on the link below to learn more about our area: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/About_the_Area.html For more information, please contact DSH-Atascadero Recruitment Team at ASHRecruitment@dsh.ca.gov or (805) 468-3660

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,744.00

• $61,032.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Free parking Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Atascadero, CA 93422 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Atascadero, CA 93422: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person