The Pharmacy Technician assists in drug distribution across inpatient, IV, and outpatient areas, including the preparation of sterile products. They are also responsible for maintaining patient records, processing prescriptions, and managing insurance billing.
Requirements overview
Candidates must have completed an accredited Pharmacy Training Program or hold a Bachelor of Science in physical or life sciences. A California Pharmacy Technician license and certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board are required.
Key skills
Pharmacy operationsSterile product preparationMedication distributionPrescription processingInsurance billingMedical terminologyPharmaceutical calculationsIV admixturePatient care equipment calibrationComputer literacyData entryCritical thinkingCommunicationTeamworkAttention to detail
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About Loma Linda University Medical Center
An outgrowth of the original Sanitarium on the hill in 1905, the present 11-story Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) opened on July 9, 1967. With the completion of the Loma Linda University Children's Hospital (LLUCH) in late 1993, nearly 900 beds are available for patient care, including at Loma Linda University Medical Center East Campus and Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center (LLUBMC). Loma Linda University Health Care (LLUHC), a management service organization, supports the many programs and services provided by our 400+ faculty physicians. LLUMC operates some of the largest clinical programs in the United States in areas such as neonatal care and outpatient surgery and is recognized as the international leader in infant heart transplantation and proton treatments for cancer. Each year, the institution admits more than 33,000 inpatients and serves roughly half a million outpatients. LLUMC is the only level one regional trauma center for Inyo, Mono, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
Our Mission
The mission of Loma Linda University Medical Center is to continue the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, to make man whole, in a setting of advancing medical science and to provide a stimulating clinical and research environment for the education of physicians, nurses and other health professionals.
Our Vision
Innovating excellence in Christ-centered health care.
Job Summary: The Pharmacy Technician-Two (2) NOC assists in all aspects of drug
distribution within the scope of responsibility for the various specialty areas
(Inpatient, Intravenous (IV) room and Outpatient). Prepares various sterile
products. Maintains records and computer data related to patients and
medications. Functions in accordance with local, state and federal laws,
follows applicable policies and standards of practice of the pharmacy
department. Satisfies the needs of the patient with respect to prescription
processing, refill authorization, insurance billing, filling of medications and
operating the cash register. Covers both drop-off and pick-up windows. These
services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. Performs other
duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Training Program
or Bachelor of Science Degree related to physical or life sciences (Biology,
Chemistry and Physics) from an accredited institution required. Minimum one
year of hospital pharmacy or IV admixture experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge in the area of billing and medical terminology.
Able to write legibly speak; assemble, troubleshoot and calibrate patient care
equipment and perform technical age-specific patient care activities as
required; use computer and software programs necessary to the position. Able to
communicate effectively, and professionally with others, be assertive and
consistent in following policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under
pressure, collaborate with others; accept direction. Able to communicate
effectively in English in person, in writing and on the telephone; perform basic
math functions essential to position; think critically; organize and prioritize
workload; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure,
problem solve; recall information; pay close attention to detail; document
legibly; use computer for essential job duties. Able to distinguish colors as
necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person
and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with
workplace/patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; read
documents essential to position; see adequately to read computer screens,
medical records and written documents necessary to the position. Ability to
maintain good public relation skills. Able to interact positively with broad
range of co-workers and promotes teamwork. Willingness to work under direct
supervision. Ability to do pharmaceutical calculations and interpret medication
orders. Rapid accurate measurement/use of syringes.
Licensures and Certifications: California Pharmacy Technician license required.
Certified Pharmacy Technician by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
required.
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice,
teamwork and wholeness.
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based
Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission,
purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity.
We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every
individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry,
physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or
any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide
reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an
accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with
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phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909)
651-4001.
Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal
Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on
this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding
any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion,
gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other
status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in
the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job
search!