Pharmacy Technician
- San Diego, CA, United States
$22 to $26 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $22 to $26 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About the Role:
***Subject to rotating weekends Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in San Diego, CA is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our team. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting medication management for skilled nursing facility patients who depend on accurate, timely care. If you thrive in a fast-paced pharmacy environment and are passionate about patient outcomes, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Assist pharmacists in accurately preparing, packaging, and dispensing medications for skilled nursing facility residents
- Process and verify medication orders, including controlled substances, in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Manage medication cycle fills, blister packs, and unit-dose dispensing for long-term care patients
- Coordinate with nursing facility staff to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery
- Maintain accurate patient medication profiles and update records in the pharmacy management system
- Monitor and manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, DEA regulations, and long-term care pharmacy standards
Requirements:
- Active California Pharmacy Technician license (CPhT) required
- PTCB or ExCPT national certification preferred
- Prior experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or institutional pharmacy setting preferred
- Familiarity with unit-dose packaging, cycle fills, and eMAR systems
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume dispensing environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with nursing facility staff
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently under pressure
About Us:
Skilled Nursing Pharmacy is a trusted pharmacy partner serving long-term care and skilled nursing facilities throughout the San Diego, CA area. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care with accuracy, compassion, and efficiency - making us a preferred choice for the facilities and patients we serve. We foster a supportive, team-oriented workplace where pharmacy professionals can grow their careers while making a real difference in patients' lives.
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Skills
- Pharmacy technician
- Packaging
- Regulatory compliance
- Stocking
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Multitask
- Work efficiently