Job Summary
Under the direct supervision and control of pharmacist, perform packaging, manipulative or other non-discretionary tasks related to the processing of a prescription in a licensed pharmacy, including pull and count tasks of filling prescriptions, but excluding all functions restricted to the registered pharmacist. Provide clerical and logistical support necessary for the functioning of the pharmacy at the Student Health Services.
Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable, inclusive and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered and equity minded approach in all communication and service efforts.
CSULB has been recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs in 2024.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive prescriptions from clinicians electronically, review for completeness and accuracy of patient information.
- Enter and process patient prescriptions into the pharmacy database/electronic health record for hard copy prescriptions.
- Respond to routine questions regarding availability, cost, size, etc. of prescriptions.
- Prepare labels for prescriptions.
- Retrieve appropriate medication from inventory with which to fill prescriptions.
- Perform pull and count tasks of filling prescriptions.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
The ideal candidate should have a solid working knowledge of brand and generic drug names, prescription packaging and labeling, and drug disposal protocols, along with familiarity with the standards, ethics, laws, and regulations governing pharmacy practices in California. They must be able to understand and use pharmacy and medical terminology, perform accurate recordkeeping and inventory management, and ensure proper packaging and labeling of medications. Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically with patients, staff, and colleagues are essential. The candidate should be computer literate, able to work autonomously and under pressure, and consistently comply with HIPAA regulations and Student Health Services policies. They must demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality and be capable of working effectively as part of a collaborative team while maintaining a respectful and cooperative attitude across a diverse population.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Equivalent to a high school diploma and the necessary education and training to be a registered Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy.
• Six months experience working in a retail pharmacy setting required.
Physical Summary
- Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.
Licenses / Certificates
• Possession of current registration as a Pharmacy Technician through the California State Board of Pharmacy required.
Division
Division of Student Affairs (DSA)
Compensation
The salary hiring range for this classification is $26.34 to $29.08 per hour.
Time Base
Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position. Successful candidates may be appointed for a few days and up to one (1) year depending on the assignment. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Classification
Pharmacy Technician
Application Procedures
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Additional Information
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.