Pharmacy Technician - Medical Network

Company: CEDARS-SINAI
Location: Pico Rivera
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it's just one of the many reasons we've achieved our fifth-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you'll have everything you need to do something incredible-for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals! -What will you be doing in this role? -This position involves -driving to -some of our Cedars-Sinai affiliates (West Side, San Fernando Valley & Pasadena). -The Pharmacy Technician at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Network Foundation supports the physician and clinical staff offices in the delivery of health care by performing a variety of medically related tasks in the area of pharmaceutical supplies and services.

• You will assist in overseeing appropriate use of Pyxis
• Provides training to all nursing staff on the appropriate use of Pyxis
• Ensures staff is properly signing out medications and all medications are accounted for.
• Restocking appropriate medications into Pyxis as par levels decrease.
• Performs inventory of medications in Pyxis on a weekly basis.
• Checks for expired medications on a monthly basis
• Sends expired medications back to manufacturer/vendor, if applicable.
• Assures all refrigeration temperatures are in range
• Generates various reports from Pyxis on a daily/weekly/monthly basis depending on the report
• Facilitates Injectable Medication Authorization process
• Educates and reinforces office staff regarding the completion of the injectable medication referral form.
• Assists Pharmacy Buyer with Medication Purchasing (if necessary)
• Creates POs for all medications to be purchased in Peoplesoft
• Procures medications from appropriate vendor based on established or projected inventory needs for all medical group office locations.
• Verifies accuracy of medications received and conducts follow-up when problems are identified.
• Performs weekly audits of vendor invoices to ensure company is billed at the contract price.
  Educational Requirements:
  • High School Diploma/GEDLicenses:
    • CA Pharmacy Tech License
    • CA valid Driver's licenseWhat else are we looking for?
      • Med Purchasing/Pyxis: 1 year experience in inpatient hospital, and/or relevant experience in pharmacy setting
      • Experience with Pyxis or any automated medication dispensing units is preferredPhysical Demands:
        • Lifting, Standing, walking, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, balancing, kneeling, crouching, handling, grasping, hearing, talking. The physical ability and perceptive acuity to satisfactorily perform all direct and indirect patient care functions. Must be able to perform assigned duties in a demanding work environment.
          Working Title:Pharmacy Technician - Medical Network
          Department:Medical Services
          Business Entity:Medical Network Foundation
          Job Category:,Pharmacy,Pharmacy
          Job Specialty:Pharmacy
          Position Type:Full-time
          Shift Length:8 hour shift
          Shift Type:Day

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