Pharmacy Technician

Salary : $58,142.24 - $69,372.16 Annually

Location : Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 25-5777-01 (O)

Department : Public Health

Opening Date : 11 / 19 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 17 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

SALARY

27.95 - $33.35 Hourly

58,341.27 - $69,609.63 Annually

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department (County Health) is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) Full-Time, bilingual English / Spanish, Pharmacy Technician position at the Santa Barbara Health Care Clinic in Santa Barbara. Travel throughout the County may be required.

We are also accepting applications to establish an employment list for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Extra Help and 1414

• vacancies for Pharmacy Technician in Lompoc, Santa Maria and Santa Barbara.
• Civil Service Rule 1414. Appointment to Fill Vacancy During Leave of Absence. 1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.

Please select the location(s) you would like to be considered for current and future vacancies. If you qualify for this position, pass the required selection steps and are in the area of selection, then your name may be sent to the hiring manager(s) of the vacancy location(s) where you have expressed that you are willing to work.

BENEFITS : The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or to view more information.

In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for :

POSITION : Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, prepares, packages, and distributes medications; performs clerical duties related to the operation of a pharmacy; and performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : Incumbents are authorized to perform routine tasks related to the filling of prescriptions, including tasks requiring the physical handling, counting, mixing, and packaging of pharmaceuticals. All of the Technician's work related to the filling of prescriptions must be reviewed and approved by a registered pharmacist.

This class is further distinguished from the class of Pharmacist in that incumbents may not interpret prescriptions or perform any discretionary tasks related to the filling of prescriptions that must be performed by a registered pharmacist.

The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess :

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Examples of Duties

Employment Standards

Additional Requirement : Registration must be kept valid throughout the term of employment as a Pharmacy Technician.

Knowledge of : pharmacy practices and procedures; clerical and recordkeeping practices and procedures, including patient billing; drug names and generic equivalents; pharmaceutical dosage forms and strengths; common medical terms and abbreviations; units of measure.

Ability to : operate a computer and learn the department's computer system; learn and apply eligibility requirements; learn and use department's billing procedures; read physicians' prescription orders; perform simple arithmetical computations, measurements, and conversions; maintain confidentiality; perform detailed work.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS :

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive written notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.

Veteran's Points : Veteran's preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of : (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans' hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act. No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability.

To receive veteran's preference points, you must : (1) check the Veteran's Preference Points box on the employment application form, (2) submit a copy of your Form DD214 to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date, and (3) pass all phases of the examination process. The preference points will be added to your final test score.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS : The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider, or learning institution.

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department (County Health) requires all employees working in direct contact with patients or clients in a high-risk environment to comply with the County Health Employee Immunizations policy . This can be accomplished by providing documentation of immunizations, submitting laboratory immune titers demonstrating adequate immunity, or obtaining required vaccinations. A list of requirements, based on the specific program, will be sent at the time an offer letter is presented to the selected candidate(s) and initial documentation will be required at this time .

Conditional Job Offer : Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. The appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.

Disaster Service Workers : Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT

The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.

We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and / or Santa Barbara County ordinances.

We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.

We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE : 01 / 17 / 2025 by 4 : 59PM PST. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at .

Farrah Medrano, Talent Acquisition Lead

County Health,

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Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Miscellaneous Benefits

Compensation Summary

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge that if the County determines I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.

As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The Human Resources Department communicates with all applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your e-mail address is entered correctly and it is current. Be sure to check spam filters continuously during the recruitment and selection process to ensure you do not miss required deadlines.

This position requires candidates to be willing to work at ALL LOCATIONS (Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Lompoc) and may be transferred to another location throughout the County of Santa Barbara.I agree to these terms, regardless of the work location selected on my application.

The current vacancy REQUIRES bilingual Spanish - Speak, Read and Writing fluency. Please indicate your level of bilingual fluency below.NOTE : The hiring department may test you on your fluency.

Veteran's Preference Points : Is your DD214 attached? (Eligibility is five years from the most recent qualifying veteran's experience. There is no time limit for veterans with 30% or more disability.)

Your application must CLEARLY state how you meet the EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS for this position or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing. Which Employment Standard did you clearly state on your application?

If you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy, please provide the date it was issued and license number. The hiring department may request a copy for verification. If you do not possess this certificate, please type "N / A."

The following supplemental questions are an EXAMINATION that will determine your ranking on the employment list. Please read and answer them carefully. I understand my responses to the following supplemental questions will be SCORED and used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this job. For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613 :

Please select the type(s) of environment(s) you have worked as a Pharmacy Technician in a healthcare center and / or a retail pharmacy that provides services to the underserved and economically disadvantaged populations (e.g., homeless patients, patients with mental health issues, and the Medi-Cal population) on a regular basis. Please select all that apply.

Based on the type(s) of environment(s) listed in question #10, how many years of experience do you have working in a healthcare center and / or retail pharmacy that provides services to underserved and economically disadvantaged populations (e.g., homeless patients, patients with mental health issues, and the Medi-Cal population) on a regular basis?

Please identify the skills you have utilized as a Pharmacy Technician in the work environment. Please do not include skills you utilized while in school. Please select all that apply.

In your most recent or current Pharmacy Technician job, please choose which percentage accurately reflects the breakdown of your daily responsibilities.

Please select the maximum number of prescriptions you have processed and billed in a day in your current or most recent Pharmacy Technician job.

Do you have experience using pharmacy software?

If you have experience using pharmacy software and answered yes to question #15, please indicate the length of your experience.

Do you have experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)?

Required Question

Salary : $58,142 - $69,372