Job Description
Job Description and Duties
The Pharmacy Technician will be directed by the Pharmacist I, Pharmacist II and/or Pharmacy Services Manager in the Pharmacy at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
• Follow pharmacy and nursing policy/procedures and Administrative Directives regarding medication processes.
• Fill Unit Dose patient containers.
• Fill Automated Dispensing Devices throughout the hospital.
• Maintain repackaging machine.
• Restock repackaging machine.
• Pre-pack medication tablets/capsules for the unit dose andor Automated Dispensing Devices.
• Fax validated physician medication orders to the appropriate units.
• Filing documentation.
• Restock unit emergency kits.
• Interface with units regarding unit dose processes and Automated Dispensing Devices.
• Assist pharmacists by filling prescriptions for discharge patients.
• Accurately read and interpret physician’s orders.
• Work directly with pharmacists to ensure accuracy of data collection, interpretation, and input of physician orders.
• Interface with unit regarding physician orders scheduling, distribution of automated orders and Medication Administration Records.
• Interface with unit staff for retrieval of copies of physicians’ orders.
• Process patient medication transfer orders.
• Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, medications (Brand, generics, dosage forms, and strength).
• Purchase from prime vendor and individual vendors.
• Solve purchasing problems.
• Stock shelves, rotate stock, check for outdates.
• Participate in medication room inspections.
• Update shelves with prime vendor stickers.
In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements: 1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at , OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview.
Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts .
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the State Board of Pharmacy set forth in Section 4115 and 4202 of the Business and Professions Code. Registration requirements shall not apply during the first year of employment for a person employed or utilized as a Pharmacy Technician to assist in the filling of prescriptions for a person receiving treatment in a facility operated by the State Departments of Mental Health or Developmental Services. AND Either I: One year of clerical work experience in a pharmacy relieving a pharmacist of clerical or subprofessional duties. Primary duties must have included stocking shelves with pharmaceutical supplies or typing pharmaceutical labels. [Experience in the California state service applied toward this requirement must be in a class at a level of responsibility not less than that of Office Assistant (General), Range B.] (Academic education above the 12th grade may be substituted for the experience on the basis of one year of education of a science or mathematical nature being equivalent to six months' experience. Students who are enrolled in the last semester or its equivalent of course work which upon completion will fulfill these requirements will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion before they can be considered for appointment.)
OR II: Completion of an academic curriculum and formal on-the-job training program for Pharmacy Technician.
*If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
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Working Conditions
This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
You MUST include your Pharmacy Technician registration/license number on your application.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it.
Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:
• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other - You MUST include your Pharmacy Technician registration/license number on your application.
- Other -
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it.
Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
Job Tags
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