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Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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.
With the growth of our specialty pharmacy, we are seeking a full time Pharmacy Technician in our Pharmacy Specialty at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. The Specialty Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for the preparation, distribution and control of sterile and non-sterile oral and injectable medications and participation in departmental programs. All duties are performed independently by the technician under the supervision of a pharmacist. #LI-RD1 Our Pharmacy Specialty is open Monday - Friday.
Educational
High school Diploma or Equivalent Required License/Certification/Registration
Current California Pharmacy Technician license in good standing What else are we looking for? Specialty/Retail experience is preferred 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. 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 .
About the role
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.