Pharmacy Technician II - Ambulatory Pharmacy Practice - FT Day Shift
University of California Irvine Health
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Posted: 24-Oct-24
Location: Orange, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 5746929
Pharmacy Technician II - Ambulatory Pharmacy Practice - FT Day Shift
Req ID: 94081 Location: Orange, California Division: Medical Center Department: Ambulatory Pharmacy Practice Position Type: Full Time Salary Range Minimum: USD $29.47/Hr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $36.65/Hr.
Who We Are
UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
The Pharmacy Technician will support the Medication Management Clinic by interacting with patients, providers, and pharmacies regarding medication adherence and other pharmacy clinical programs. The Technician's responsibilities include assisting the pharmacist in conducting comprehensive medication reviews and other clinical initiatives by collecting, arranging, and evaluating relevant information from the patient prior to the work-up and case preparation. The Technician will also arrange appointments between the pharmacist and the patient, as well as organize any required follow-up calls. The Technician will use multiple modalities including patient and family interviews, and outside sources including community pharmacies, electronic platforms, previous medical history to obtain admitted patient's medical history and to document complete medication list in the hospital's EMR system for pharmacist review and approval. The Technician is responsible for assisting with troubleshooting prescription third party claim rejections and for initiating and following through with patient assistance programs to help patients afford medications. The technician will prepare, package, document, and label drug products under the direct technical supervision of the Pharmacist. The Technician will perform all required data entry and filing associated with medication order processing and perform functions related to drug purchasing and inventory control procedures. Technician will participate in the Pharmacy Department Performance Improvement projects/programs and collect data for workload measurements as needed or required. The Technician will also actively participate in training Pharmacy Residents, Interns, and new employees.
What It Takes to be Successful
Total Compensation
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Must exhibit verbal interview skills proficiency.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills
Minimum one year full-time relevant experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Excellent customer service skills and ability to navigate electronic medical systems and scheduling programs
California Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration License in good standing
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Preferred Qualifications:
Three or more years of retail pharmacy experience and knowledge of medication brand/generic names, medical terminology, and pharmaceutical calculations.
Prior experience in Medication Therapy Management or Pharmacy Benefits Management and prior authorization
Must be able to demonstrate proper aseptic techniques
Experience in IV solution processing
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
The University of California, Irvine 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities.