Pharmacy Technician Ii - Regular & Per Diem

Salary : $38,684.05 - $57,588.30 Annually
Location : Throughout Riverside County
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 24-13418-01AST
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Opening Date: 02/26/2024
Max Number of Applicants: 100
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System-Pharmacy Department is seeking to fill multiple Pharmacy Technicians I/II positions both Regular & Per Diem.
Under the direction of the pharmacist staff, incumbents will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of medications; and to do other related work as required. This is the journey level class in the Pharmacy Technician series. Under the guidance and supervision of the pharmacists, the technicians are responsible for the majority of the medication distribution and processing of prescriptions and medication orders.
Other duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate with payers, providers, patients, and pharmacy for medication prior authorizations (PAs) or patient assistance programs (PAPs)
• Coordinate with revenue cycle and referrals for proper medication reimbursements
• Under clinical pharmacist's supervision, process medication refill follow ups with pharmacies and patients
• Coordinate medication procurements for the Infusion Center with Pharmacy Procurement Team

Candidates with the following experience are encouraged to apply:

• Experience in retail or specialty pharmacy/prior authorization/managed care/clinic
• Understand the medication formulary and prior authorization process
• Strong inter-personal skills and communication skills
• Great customer services

Bilingual - Spanish Level I is preferred.
Work Schedule: Will be discussed during the interview (rotating weekends and holidays required)
Tentative: 5/40 (M-F 8a-4:30p)
Meet the Team!Riverside University Health System-Medical Center consistently receives national recognition for its progressive and innovative care, as well as being known as one of the top employers in the region. The 439-bed Medical Center is a designated Stroke Center, Level I Trauma Center, and the only Pediatric ICU in the region. For more information on RUHS-Medical Center, please visit
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Process new prescriptions and/or medication orders.
• Prefill prescriptions/medication orders.
• Using Sterile Technique, compound IV's, TPN's and Chemotherapy agents for dispensing as needed.
• File prescriptions/medication orders as needed.
• Fill medication cassettes.
• Process billing.
• Fill PYXIS dispensing machines.
• Assist in control of the inventory.
• Work with other members of the hospital to ensure a cooperative work environment.
• Assist in the training and education of Pharmacy Technician students and pharmacist interns.
• Provide input and guidance to management and staff as needed.
• Work on other projects as assigned or as pertains to the pharmacy area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training course in accordance with the California State Board of Pharmacy licensing requirements.
Experience: One year working as a Pharmacy Technician in a health care facility or community pharmacy.
Knowledge of: Good customer (physicians, nurses, and patients) service; professional standards and practices; Federal, Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission and DHS laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to patient care, and dispensing of legend and non-legend pharmaceuticals and poisons.
Ability to: Communicate clearly and effectively; input information quickly and accurately into our computer systems; retrieve and process patient and medication information; work cooperatively with other staff and health care providers; organize, and manage routine and new responsibilities; provide quality pharmaceutical care.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Veterans' Preference:
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here:
Employment Documents:Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or () Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
What's Next?
The position is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the County of Riverside's RUHS-Medical Center may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
For further information regarding this posting, contact the recruiter:
Anay Sanchez at or call 951-955-5893.
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01
Do you possess a current, valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy?

• Yes
• No

02
I understand that I must upload a copy of my current valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy at time of application in order to be considered for an interview.

• Yes
• No

03
If you are former or current County of Riverside employee, please provide your Employee ID.
04
I understand that if I move forward with an interview, I may be required to pass a Bilingual-Spanish Exam.

• Yes
• No

05
Do you possess one year of experience working as a Pharmacy Technician in a health care facility or community pharmacy?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of experience do you possess as a Pharmacy Technician in a health care facility or community pharmacy?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year, but less than 2
• 2 years, but less than 3
• 3 year, but less than 4
• 4 years, but less than 5
• 5 years, but less than 6
• 6 years, but less than 7
• 7 years, but less than 8
• 8 years, but less than 9
• 9 years, but less than 10
• 10 years +

07
Are you currently or have you ever worked on a contract or through a registry agency at Riverside University Health System?

• Yes
• No

08
What is your Spanish bilingual level?

• I am not bilingual in Spanish
• I speak Spanish, but cannot read or write
• I can speak, read, and write in Spanish

09
How many years of experience do you have in retail or a specialty pharmacy, prior authorization, managed care/clinic?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

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