Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician, Lead

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus

Position Overview:

Coordinates daily specialty pharmacy technician operations, including workflow oversight, staffing support, scheduling coordination, and technician work assignments. Partners with pharmacy leadership to ensure operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care. Supports accreditation and quality management activities, including audit readiness, documentation management, performance improvement initiatives, and ongoing compliance with local, state, federal, URAC, ACHC, and organizational standards. May assist with staffing, staff training, orientation, and continuous process improvement efforts.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

OR Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician

OR TCH-Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMI-Pharmacy Intern

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

4 year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.
• Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
• Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $44.15 to $61.81 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.