Per Diem Pharmacy Technician (9279C) University Health Services #87859

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Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley's University Health Services (UHS) is a comprehensive college health service providing fully accredited, primary medical care, counseling and psychological services, and innovative health promotion programs for students, faculty, and staff. UHS provides on-campus medical care and coordinates supplemental needs for off-campus care through a network of community specialists and hospitals. UHS manages the student health insurance and workers' compensation insurance programs.

UC Berkeley's University Health Services (UHS) is a comprehensive college health service providing fully accredited, primary medical care, counseling and psychological services, and innovative health promotion programs for students, faculty, and staff. UHS provides on-campus medical care and coordinates supplemental needs for off-campus care through a network of community specialists and hospitals. UHS manages the student health insurance and workers' compensation insurance programs.

Approximately 65,000 visits occur annually including Primary Care, Urgent Care, Occupational Health and Specialty Clinics. Services are designed to minimize the impact of illness, emotional distress and injury on studies and work. Coupled with health promotion and public health programs, UHS reaches all segments of the Berkeley campus community. Learn more about UHS by visiting https://uhs.berkeley.edu/about.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Pharmacy Director, the Per Diem Pharmacy Technician performs a full range of duties in an outpatient/community retail pharmacy setting and is able to perform all general tasks expected of a pharmacy technician according to standards established by UC Berkeley's University Health Services (UHS) Department of Pharmacy and the California State Board of Pharmacy.

The Per Diem Pharmacy Technician will assist the pharmacists in entering and filling prescription orders, record keeping and billing; maintaining inventory levels; and checking out prescriptions to UHS patients. Will perform assigned operational duties in a scheduled area and assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution duties. Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacy regulations for both California and the federal government. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills working with both patients and professionals required.

Application Review Date

This job will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Completion of Prescription Orders: Receives prescription and OTC orders from prescribers; enters prescription information accurately; fills pharmacist-verified orders quickly and accurately; records and processes refill requests
• Inventory Control: Orders medications and supplies and stocks pharmacy appropriately and in a cost effective manner; checks supplies and medications and restocks as appropriate; accurately maintains purchase records; removes expired and otherwise unusable medications from pharmacy and clinics; returns all prescription to stock if not picked up within 7 business days
• Cashiering and Clerk Functions: Provides excellent customer service to patients, clinic staff and outside providers; able to triage calls quickly and effectively; refers patients to pharmacists appropriately for consultations; checks out prescriptions to patients accurately; accurately and quickly rings up purchases to patients
• Communication: Maintains confidentiality of patient interactions in accordance with HIPAA regulations; maintains high levels of professionalism in interactions with patients, clinic staff, vendors and outside providers; upholds principles of equity and inclusion for all in accordance with campus and UHS policies; requests and accepts constructive feedback
• Professional Standards: Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own practice; establishes effective working relationships with pharmacy staff, patients, UHS staff, and outside vendors and providers; demonstrates flexibility with work assignments; discusses concerns with work issues with supervisor as appropriate; coordinates and collaborates with other pharmacy staff to meet UHS goals; demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by UHS; punctual to work and required meetings; prioritizes job tasks based on client and department demands

Required Qualifications

Licenses/Certification

• Free and clear pharmacy technician license with California State Board of Pharmacy

Education

• High School Diploma

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to accurately process prescription orders (typing, insurance processing, and filling).
• Must have good telephone and typing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively work within a collaborative team-focused environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff.
• Medical terminology and knowledge of medication names.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of and skills in working with pharmacy information systems.
• Knowledge of electronic / medical records systems.
• Maintain strong professional behavior at all times.
• Knowledge of ProPharm and Epic Willow pharmacy software.

• Knowledge of Point & Click and Epic electronic health records software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

• This is a 20%, part-time (8 hours per week), per diem position.
• The per diem hourly rate for this position is $41.78
• Per diem positions are not eligible for the UC benefits plan.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position has a headcount of 2.
• Per Diem staff must give 3 days/ month availability at least one of which must be a Saturday shift.
• This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Patient Care Technical Unit (EX) between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ex/index.html.
• Your employment is dependent on obtaining and maintaining a credentialing clearance (if applicable), background clearance and medical clearance according to University Health Service policies.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace