Pharmacy Technician II-Per Diem

Full Job Description

The County of Riverside’s RUHS Department is seeking multiple Pharmacy Technician II - Per Diem to support the Inpatient Pharmacy Pharmacists division in Moreno Valley.

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 are distinguished 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.

Work Schedule: Graveyard and Day Shifts; Additional schedule information to be discussed during interview.

Meet the Team!Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region.

Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org

Requirements

• Process new prescriptions and/or medication orders.

• Prefill prescriptions/medication orders.

• Using Sterile Technique, compound IV's, TPN's 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.

Qualifications

Experience: One year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a healthcare or community pharmacy.

Education: Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training course in accordance with the California State Board of Pharmacy licensing requirements.

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Additional Information

Per Diem Benefits and Rates:

- Compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits

- 5 Paid Sick Days- Eligible to purchase Medical Benefits

- Eligible to apply for County only and department only job postings

- Eligible to enroll in the County Rideshare Program

-Temporary employees participate in the 401(a) Temporary and Part

-Time Employees' Retirement Plan and are required to contribute 3.75% of salary to the pension plan.

-The County contributes a matching amount. A list of benefits for employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is available here.

* Per Diem personnel are distinguished from regular employees in that they receive additional compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits.

For further information regarding this posting, contact Anay Sanchez at anasanchez@rivco.org or call 951-955-5893.