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Cedars-Sinai

Pharmacy Technician - Pediatrics

Cedars-Sinai
Full Time Los Angeles, CA Medical Information Technology Engineering
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About the role

Job Description

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California is renowned for its excellence, tied #1 in California and appearing on the 'Best Hospitals' Honor Roll for eleven years. The institution prides itself on its comprehensive healthcare services, with the Department of Pharmacy playing a vital role. Our pharmacy department has over 500 staff members who are dedicated on providing both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care tailored to their needs.

As a full time Pediatrics Pharmacy Technician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Ca, you will be responsible for the preparation, distribution and control of sterile and non-sterile oral and injectable medications, including specialty medications, and participation in departmental programs. All duties are performed independently by the technician under the supervision of a pharmacist.

This position includes rotating weekends and a mix of days and afternoons.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

  • High school Diploma or Equivalent Required

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

  • Current California Pharmacy Technician license in good standing

What else are we looking for?

  • Ability to speak, read and write the English language.
  • Individuals must be able to do calculations involving ratios, proportions and percentages.
  • Adequate computer skills as necessary to complete assigned projects and tasks
  • Equipment: Able to use the following: calculator, computer printer, PC, medication carts, automated dispensing machines etc. Proficiency in the operation of specialized equipment is necessary for assignment to specialized areas, i.e. OR/ER, Sterile Manufacturing, ACP, Storeroom, etc.
  • Schedule/Hours: Able to rotate shifts, alternate weekends, and rotate throughout any areas requiring Pharmacy Technician.

Physical demands:

  • Frequent standing; walking, bending; reaching, occasional sitting, pushing & pulling, lifting of materials up to 40 pounds for distances to 10 feet.
  • Responsiveness to auditory alarms and communication devices including: telephones, beepers, fire alarms, and mechanical failure alarms.
  • Sufficient mobility to access equipment, patients and other customers.
  • Able to read information on medication labels.