Infusion Pharmacy Technician III

Infusion Pharmacy Technician III

Pharmacy - Infusion

Full Time

81096BR

Job Summary

All Pharmacy Technicians are accountable to the supervising or operating pharmacist who is legally responsible by virtue of state licensure for the care and safety of patients served by Pharmaceutical Services.

The Pharmacy Transitions of Care Technician performs all activities related to transitions of care for patients, including obtaining accurate medication histories and helping facilitate patient access to medications.

This job will also entail completing prior authorizations and assisting with patient discharge activities, while providing support to pharmacists, providers, and students on their experiential learning rotations primarily in the General Medicine service units.

Additionally, there will be an operational component in the centralized pharmacy areas.

Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the UCSF Medical Center and its providers and payors.

• These services include, but are not limited to : drug procurement, storage, and security; safe, accurate and timely preparation and distribution of drugs;
• clinical pharmacy services for patients; development of drug use policies within the Medical Center; drug information services for clinicians and patients;

and participation in technology assessment and quality assurance programs. The Department of Pharmaceutical Services is affiliated with the UCSF Department of Clinical Pharmacy, an academic department within the School of Pharmacy, which has primary responsibility for teaching professional courses in the Pharm.

D. curriculum, clinical research, and public and clinical service.

The Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Services share their philosophy of pharmaceutical care. Under Pharmaceutical Services, the Technician III provides pharmaceutical care to patients at Parnassus, Mission Bay, Mount Zion campuses and specialized services to researchers on campus.

All Pharmacy Technicians are accountable to the supervising or operating pharmacist who is legally responsible by virtue of state licensure for the care and safety of patients served by Pharmaceutical Services.

The Pharmacy Technician III performs all activities related to medication preparation and dispensing, inventory management, and administrative projects.

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Please note : The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point.

An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

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Required Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized / accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program (includes hands-on training period during externship), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician in hospitals or health care, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)
• Preferred candidates with at least two years of I.V. Additives experience
• Knowledge of USP 797 / 800 standards, hazardous and aseptic IV techniques for sterile compounding
• Knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint software programs, Pyxis machine, and Primary Engineering Control (PEC)

License / Certification

Licensed Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy and in good standing.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere.

In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009281 PHARMACY TCHN 3

Job Category

Allied Health, Pharmacy, Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday, POPC