Pharmacy Technician II - Per Diem - Palm Springs (Spanish Bilingual)
County of Riverside, Palm Springs, CA, United States
The County of Riverside's RUHS Department is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II - Per Diem to support the Palm Springs Pharmacy.
Under the direction of the pharmacist staff, incumbents assigned to this class are responsible to help in the preparation and distribution of medications and to do other related work as required. This is the journey level class in the Pharmacy Technician series. Under the guidance and supervision of the pharmacists, the technicians are responsible for the majority of the medication distribution and processing of prescriptions and medication orders. Per Diem classifications differ from regular classes in that they receive additional compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits. Per Diem work assignments are flexibly scheduled or on an as needed basis.
Other essential duties include, but are not limited to, typing and filling prescriptions, assisting customers at the outside window to process and sell prescriptions, restocking shelves daily, and collaborating closely with team members and clinic staff to support efficient operations and enhance patient care. Spanish bilingual proficiency is required for this position, and candidates will be expected to complete an exam as part of the hiring process.
Work Schedule: Will be discussed during the interview. Tentative 4/10 - Day Shift.
Responsibilities
Process new prescriptions and/or medication orders.
Prefill prescriptions/medication orders.
Use sterile technique to compound IVs, TPNs, and chemotherapy agents for dispensing as needed.
File prescriptions/medication orders as needed.
Fill medication cassettes.
Process billing.
Fill PYXIS dispensing machines.
Assist in control of the inventory.
Work with other members of the hospital to ensure a cooperative work environment.
Assist in the training and education of pharmacy technician students and pharmacist interns.
Provide input and guidance to management and staff as needed.
Work on other projects as assigned or as pertains to the pharmacy area.
Recruiting Guidelines
Education
Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training course in accordance with the California State Board of Pharmacy licensing requirements.
Experience
One year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a healthcare or community pharmacy.
Knowledge
Good customer service (physicians, nurses, and patients).
Professional standards and practices.
Federal, Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission, and DHS laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to patient care.
Dispensing of legend and non-legend pharmaceuticals and poisons.
Ability to
Communicate clearly and effectively.
Input information quickly and accurately into our computer systems.
Retrieve and process patient and medication information.
Work cooperatively with other staff and health care providers.
Organize and manage routine and new responsibilities.
Provide quality pharmaceutical care.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Anay Sanchez at anasanchez@rivco.org or 951-955-5893. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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Under the direction of the pharmacist staff, incumbents assigned to this class are responsible to help in the preparation and distribution of medications and to do other related work as required. This is the journey level class in the Pharmacy Technician series. Under the guidance and supervision of the pharmacists, the technicians are responsible for the majority of the medication distribution and processing of prescriptions and medication orders. Per Diem classifications differ from regular classes in that they receive additional compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits. Per Diem work assignments are flexibly scheduled or on an as needed basis.
Other essential duties include, but are not limited to, typing and filling prescriptions, assisting customers at the outside window to process and sell prescriptions, restocking shelves daily, and collaborating closely with team members and clinic staff to support efficient operations and enhance patient care. Spanish bilingual proficiency is required for this position, and candidates will be expected to complete an exam as part of the hiring process.
Work Schedule: Will be discussed during the interview. Tentative 4/10 - Day Shift.
Responsibilities
Process new prescriptions and/or medication orders.
Prefill prescriptions/medication orders.
Use sterile technique to compound IVs, TPNs, and chemotherapy agents for dispensing as needed.
File prescriptions/medication orders as needed.
Fill medication cassettes.
Process billing.
Fill PYXIS dispensing machines.
Assist in control of the inventory.
Work with other members of the hospital to ensure a cooperative work environment.
Assist in the training and education of pharmacy technician students and pharmacist interns.
Provide input and guidance to management and staff as needed.
Work on other projects as assigned or as pertains to the pharmacy area.
Recruiting Guidelines
Education
Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training course in accordance with the California State Board of Pharmacy licensing requirements.
Experience
One year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a healthcare or community pharmacy.
Knowledge
Good customer service (physicians, nurses, and patients).
Professional standards and practices.
Federal, Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission, and DHS laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to patient care.
Dispensing of legend and non-legend pharmaceuticals and poisons.
Ability to
Communicate clearly and effectively.
Input information quickly and accurately into our computer systems.
Retrieve and process patient and medication information.
Work cooperatively with other staff and health care providers.
Organize and manage routine and new responsibilities.
Provide quality pharmaceutical care.
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Anay Sanchez at anasanchez@rivco.org or 951-955-5893. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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