Pharmacy Technician - Los Altos, United States - Sutter Health

Sutter Health

Verified Company

Los Altos, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

This position will support the Bay Area and is eligible to work from home but must be available to go on-site when needed
Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost efficient medication therapy.

Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orienting other staff to the department.

EDUCATION

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

Other:
Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMI-Pharmacy Intern

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:1 year of clinical and practical experience as typically acquired in a similar environment.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.

Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.

Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

This position is work from home eligible.

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $34.31 to $42.88 / hour