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 the direction of Pharmaceutical Services, the Pharmacy Technician 2/Pharmacy Technician 2 PD provides pharmaceutical care to patients across pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System and delivers specialized services to campus-based research operations. While the position may be primarily assigned to a designated site, incumbents are required to demonstrate flexibility to work at all UCSF Health locations, as operational needs dictate. 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 2 performs all activities related to medication preparation, medication distribution, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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Operations

• Prepare patient medication orders including, but not limited to, unit dose and cartfill orders, compounded oral and intravenous medications, chemotherapy orders, and controlled substances. 

• Ensure quality and integrity of medication preparations (e.g. extemporaneous compounded products) are in compliance with institutional standards, laws, and accepted standards of practice. 

• Coordinate timely delivery and refill of medications to patient medication drawer and/or unit dose cassettes and automated dispensing cabinets. 

• Maintain appropriate knowledge of relevant pharmacy automation and electronic health records. 

• Oversee medication inventory management, including performing cycle counts, updating automated dispensing cabinet stock, and conducting appropriate outdates. 

• Maintain accurate records for drug inventory, including requisitions orders and control substance records, according to policy and procedures.  

• Report and resolve any discrepancies to nursing unit and pharmacist in charge with proper documentation. 

• Provide pharmaceutical care and interact with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers as appropriate.  

• Triage issues from providers via phone calls and in-basket messages that do not require the personal attention of a pharmacist and provide prompt and courteous service at the window.  

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Training and Educational Activities

• Serve as a trainer for pharmacy learners (e.g. pharmacy students, residents, pharmacists, and technicians). Facilitate pharmacy learner experiences to ensure professional growth and competency development. 

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Qualifications

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 two (2) years’ experience as a Pharmacy Technician in hospitals or health care, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• 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)

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

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

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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 here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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