Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Care/Clinics (Full-Time, 8-Hour Day Shifts)

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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care job. A Brief Overview This position assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services (e.g. processing prescriptions) in compliance with applicable State Board of Pharmacy regulations. Functions include those allowed by the Board of Pharmacy and are always checked before the product is released from the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician works under close supervision. Performs entry level work for a minimum of 6 months to about one year (regardless of years of experience gained elsewhere). Locations Stanford Health Care What you will do Enters medication orders into the pharmacy system and operates automated dispensing equipment for accurate preparation and storage under pharmacist supervision. Maintains medication inventory; places and receives stock replacement orders. Receive and inspect stock deliveries, ensuring accuracy and proper storage. Perform routine inventory counts, reconcile discrepancies, and update records. Operate and maintain automated inventory and dispensing machines or systems. Monitor expiration dates, removing expired items to minimize waste. Document inventory transactions and maintain accurate records in compliance with policies. Prepares, packages, compounds and labels non-sterile drug products with appropriate final pharmacist checks. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent Required Experience Qualifications Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, or Pharmacy Technician Externship performed at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Department of Pharmacy. Required Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations; weighing, measuring and documentation with accuracy Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines Ability to solve problems and identify solutions Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization Ability to work in a fast paced work environment Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area Knowledge of influence of patient's age, sex, concomitant disease states, concurrent drug therapy, foods and diagnostic procedures on drug activity and disposition Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility Knowledge of Medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice Licenses and Certifications IPH - Intern Pharmacist or CA Licensed Pharmacy Technician These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $34.58 - $38.91 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.