IV Pharmacy Technician at Sutter Health

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

42.71

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IV Admixture, Compounding, Packaging, Labeling, Dispensing Medication, Inventory Management, Infection Control, Sterile Area Maintenance, Laminar Flow Hoods, Pharmaceutical Calculations, Regulatory Documentation, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, EHR, EPIC

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital Position Overview: Provides timely and accurate pharmaceutical care. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, IV admixture and solutions according to Sutter Health policies, state/ federal regulations, and The Joint Commission standards. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking accuracy of pricing, and completing required regulatory documentation. Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Job Description: EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program OR " Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration" CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician - California State Board of Pharmacy TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 1 years recent relevant experience 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. General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC. Job Shift: Varied Schedule: Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours: 10 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: No Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 0 Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $34.35 to $42.71 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for providing accurate pharmaceutical care by preparing, compounding, packaging, labeling, and dispensing medications, including IV admixtures, following all relevant policies and regulations. This role also involves assisting with inventory control, maintaining stock levels, and adhering strictly to cleaning protocols and infection control policies to ensure a safe and sterile medication area.