Pharmacy Technician III

Job Opportunity

Are you a highly skilled Pharmacy Technician looking for a new opportunity to expand your career? Look no further! The University of California, San Diego is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Pharmacy Technician III. In this role, you will utilize your expertise and knowledge to provide exceptional pharmaceutical services to our community. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician, a current Pharmacy Technician License in the state of California, and a strong understanding of pharmacy operations and regulations. If you are passionate about patient care, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position.

Your Responsibilities

• Dispensing medication: Dispensing medications accurately and efficiently to patients and ensuring proper labeling and packaging.
• Inventory management: Monitoring and maintaining proper inventory levels of medications, supplies, and equipment.
• Patient care: Assisting patients with inquiries and providing them with accurate information about their medications and proper usage.
• Compliance with regulations: Adhering to all state and federal regulations related to pharmacy operations and medication dispensing.
• Pharmaceutical expertise: Utilizing expert knowledge of pharmaceuticals to assist in drug selection, dosage calculations, and drug interactions.
• Team collaboration: Working collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective medication use.
• Quality assurance: Conducting quality assurance checks to maintain accurate records and documentation of medications dispensed.
• Training and mentoring: Providing guidance and training to other pharmacy technicians and support staff to ensure adherence to department policies and procedures.
• Time management: Prioritizing and organizing tasks to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently.
• Patient confidentiality: Maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to all HIPAA regulations.
• Continuous learning: Staying updated on new medications, dosage forms, and pharmacy technology to provide the best possible care to patients.
• Adverse event reporting: Identifying and reporting any adverse drug events or medication errors to the appropriate personnel.
• Customer service: Providing exceptional customer service to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Problem-solving: Identifying and resolving any issues related to medication orders, inventory discrepancies, or patient concerns.
• Safety protocols: Complying with all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for staff and patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.