Pharmacy Technician 3 - Inventory - PHARMACY TCHN 3

UCDH Outpatient pharmacies emphasize patient care in Hospital Discharge, Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Ambulatory Care, Employee Health and Specialty Pharmacy. Our pharmacies are responsible for screening prescriptions for appropriateness and making interventions, preparing medications for dispensing, distribution activities, providing immunizations and providing patient consultations. Staff are responsible for appropriate prescription billing to multiple payers including third party insurances, Medicaid, Medicare D and Medicare B plans. Our pharmacies maintain compliance with multiple accrediting bodies and with State and Federal Laws and Regulations.

The Inventory Management Technician 3 position is an integral member of the healthcare team and is responsible for ensuring inventory supply meets the demands of our patients’ needs in a timely manner, ensures pharmacy robotics and automation are stocked and maintained in operational status, and assists in maintaining compliance with UCDH policies and procedures, State and Federal laws and regulations including the 340B Drug Pricing Program and the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, and accrediting bodies. The technician III also provides drug dispensing and distribution activities, compounding medications, maintaining pharmacy automation, prescription billing, processing payments for prescriptions, tracking deliveries and training other personnel as assigned. This position fosters excellent intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships and provides quality and cost-effective pharmaceutical care to all patients.

Apply By Date

6/7/2024 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

• California Licensed Pharmacy Technician
• 1 year of Recent work experience in inventory management of drug supply
• 2 years of recent work experience in an Outpatient Pharmacy or Specialty Pharmacy as a licensed Pharmacy Technician
• Working knowledge of current third-party insurances, Medicare Part B and California State Medicaid
• Working knowledge of billing and submitting authorization requests for State funded insurance programs
• Ability to accurately perform pharmacy calculations
• Working knowledge of current California Pharmacy Law
• Ability to operate Pharmacy Information System and other computer programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in inventory management at a Health System Outpatient Pharmacy or Specialty Pharmacy
• Experience with 340B drug pricing program inventory management and 340B accumulator platforms such as Macro Helix
• Experience with acquiring inventory from wholesalers, direct from manufacturers, and other vendors
• Experience with Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience in correctly and accurately using, maintaining, and troubleshooting pharmacy robotics and automation
• Experience in running inventory reports and analyzing data for inventory requirements
• Experienced in utilizing EPIC Willow Ambulatory pharmacy dispensing system
• Experienced in non-sterile compounding tasks using equipment including, but not limited to: graduated cylinders, mortars and pestles, scales, stirring machines, etc.
• Current working knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic/brand names and drug abbreviations
• Working knowledge of current Medi-Cal Formulary and other third-party billing systems.
• Ability to recognize situations that exceed technician authority and ability and must be referred to a pharmacist for resolution.
• Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem and identify the resources available to help solve the problem; and to independently create and implement viable solutions and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved.
• Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained, and a professional, respectful clinic/department environment exists at all times.
• Ability to impart knowledge and develop the skills of students participating in training programs, as well as new hires and staff seeking additional opportunities.
• Working knowledge of and skill to apply practices, principles and techniques of patient care related to area of expertise.
• Written and oral communication skills to clearly and concisely provide information, explanations and instructions to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English.

Department Description

The Pharmacy Department provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pharmaceutical services (prescriptions, unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical infusion pumps and teaching) throughout the Medical Center complex 24 hours per day. The Department is comprised of three inpatient and six outpatient pharmacies, a sterile production lab and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores and distribution.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $33.99 to $42.32
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 289
• Payroll Title: PHARMACY TCHN 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 8 Hour
• Location: Pharmacy Shared Services Center
• Union Representation: Yes, EX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
• THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Maternity, Paternity, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, disability, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistant for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

Carrying - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Attendance - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Cleaning - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Climbing - Occasionally - Up to 3 hours/day, Kneeling - Occasionally - Up to 3 hours/day, Pulling - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Pushing - Frequently - 3-6 hours/day, Reaching - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Removing - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Sitting - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Speaking - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Squatting, Stooping, Bending - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Standing - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Twisting - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Walking - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Writing - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Grasp - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day, Talk or Hear - Constantly - 6-8 hours/day

Work Environment

Department, Work Location, Work Phone #: All Outpatient Pharmacy and Specialty Pharmacy Locations Listed

Pharmacy Outpatient Retail:

Cancer Center Pharmacy 4501 X Street, Room 1008, Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 734-5865

One Community Health 1500 21st Street, Sacramento CA 95814 (916) 914-6336

Health Solutions Pharmacy 3575 Business Dr Suite 1702, Sacramento CA 95820 (916) 734-0900

Pavilion Pharmacy 2315 Stockton Blvd, Room 1P175, Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 703-6100

Ambulatory Care Center Pharmacy 4860 Y Street, Room 1200, Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 734-6250

UC Davis Clinic Pharmacy in Davis 2660 W Covell Blvd, Davis, CA 95616 (530) 747-3051

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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