Technician, Pharmacy I
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationWhittier, CA, US
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentPharmacy
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 11, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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High school graduate and graduate of pharmacy technician course
2 yrs acute care experience
Pharmacy tech certificate by CA Board of Pharmacy
BLS certification
Communicates with pharmacists, nurses, patients, physician and other ancillary personnel
Willingness and ability to perform additional duties as needed
Follows established hospital and department policies
No more than 2 written substantiated complaints representing a breach of policy, procedure or professional behavior since last evaluation
Demonstrates the philosophy of team concept
Participates in group projects and staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity
Communicates well with supervisor reporting problems
Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities
Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise
Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior
Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes
Completes assigned work within shift
All interactions conducted in a professional manner
Verbal and written feedback indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations
Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol
Consistently contributes to the team effort
Consistently displays cheerful and positive attitude
Completes annual safety updates within established time frames
Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames
Attends 80% of in-service programs
Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate
Strives to understand, anticipate and meet needs of patients and other customers
Errors, inefficiencies and inaccuracies brought to management's attention with suggestions for improvement
Develops innovative solutions to departmental problems
Identifies and implements methods of controlling costs or generating revenue
Maximizes efficiency in all departmental operations
Measures progress against quality goals
Overview
Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist this position will perform preparation packaging distribution, billing and inventory management of medication.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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Communicates with pharmacists, nurses, patients, physician and other ancillary personnel. Resolves all problems within scope of technician responsibilities and duties and refers all problems outside of the scope to pharmacists.
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Supports pharmacy personnel. Runs fill list and fills patients’ cassettes. Delivers and exchanges cassettes. Fills and exchanges stock medication trays. Returns to stock discharge meds and items left out, keeping pharmacy clean and neat. Restocks UD pick bins in dispensing area. Runs IV labels, fills IVS and delivers IVS. Processes charges and enters into computer. Files billing and pulls discharges. Enters patients orders into the computer. Fills department orders. Checks stock and reorders. Prints and distributes MARs. Enters TCU/SNF charges from the fill list and narcotic sheets. Answers phone and requests at the door.
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Coordinates the training of all new pharmacy technicians. Provides instruction so that within 4 to 6 weeks, new technicians are proficient in all technician responsibilities.
Professional Conduct
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Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department on an as-needed basis or as determined by management.
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Follows established hospital and department policies.
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No more than 2 written substantiated complaints representing a breach of policy, procedure or professional behavior since last evaluation.
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Demonstrates the philosophy of team concept.
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Participates in group projects and staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity.
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Communicates well with supervisor reporting problems with equipment, supplies, or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate.
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Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities.
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Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise.
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Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior.
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Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift.
Guest/Interdepartmental Relations
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As observed by representatives of management, all interactions are conducted in a professional manner.
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Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff, visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations.
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Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol (e.g., answers phones promptly, is courteous and helpful).
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Consistently contributes to the team effort (e.g., assists co-workers when need is observed or upon request, offers constructive suggestions rather than complaints).
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Consistently displays cheerful and positive attitude.
Professional Growth and Development
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Completes annual safety updates within established time frames.
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Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames.
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Attends 80% of in-service programs.
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Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate.
Performance Improvement
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Consistently strives to understand, anticipate and meet the needs, expectations and satisfaction levels of patients and other “customers”. Errors, inefficiencies and inaccuracies are brought to management’s attention with suggestions for improvement. Develops innovative solutions to departmental problems. Identifies and implements methods of controlling costs or generating revenue while providing maximum value to both the patient/customer and the hospital. Maximizes efficiency in all departmental operations. Measures progress against quality goals.
Qualifications
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Minimum Education: High school graduate and graduate of pharmacy technician course
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Minimum Experience: 2 yrs acute care
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Required Certification/Registration: Pharmacy tech certificate by CA Board of Pharmacy, BLS.