Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I
- Category: Health Jobs
- Location: Auburn, California
- Job Type: Full Time / Part Time
- Salary: Estimated: $ 15K to 16K
- Published on: 2025/09/21
Job highlights
Identified by Google from the original job post
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
OR " Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration"
Certification & Licensure
PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician
OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician
OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician
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 National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States 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
Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination
Benefits
Pay Range is $31.42 to $3+.25 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location
Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health
Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package
Responsibilities
Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost efficient medication therapy
Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety
May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
Job description
Organization
SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
Position Overview
Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.
Education
Job Description:
• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
• OR " Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration"
Certification & Licensure
• PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician
• OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician
• OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician
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 National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States 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.
• Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Job Shift
Varied
Schedule
Per Diem/Casual
Shift Hours
8
Days Of The Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
Every other Weekend
Benefits
No
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
0
Employee Status
Per Diem/Casual
Number Of Openings
1
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $31.42 to $3+.25 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
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