Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II, Bay Area Float Pool

Sutter Health

. Perform pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesJunior💰 $42 - $59 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical procedures, medication preparation, and distribution while adhering to regulatory standards. Proficient in inventory management, patient care support, and training pharmacy technician staff.

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Registered Pharmacy TechnicianPharmacy Technician CertificationMedication Preparation and DistributionPharmaceutical CalculationsKnowledge of NABP, TJC, DEA, FDA Regulations

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Hard Skills

Medication CompoundingPharmaceutical TechnologyPharmacy Practice KnowledgeBasic Math SkillsElectronic Medical Record Documentation

Soft Skills

Written Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteEHREPIC

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Pharmacy TechnicianPharmacy Technician Registration

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ProceduresInfection ControlPatient PHI PrivacyNarcotic Delivery ProceduresRegulatory Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution
Prepare, compound, package, label, and dispense medications, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixtures and solutions
Maintain standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, infection controls, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods
Assist with medication and supplies inventory management and control
Maintain adequate stock levels, check pricing accuracy, and complete regulatory documentation
Provide pharmaceutical support to patients’ plans of care based on diagnosis
Follow local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
Perform department-specific tasks and orient other staff
Serve as primary trainer and competency administrator for new inpatient pharmacy technician staff
Conduct patient medication history interviews and document them in the electronic medical record
Research and resolve controlled substance discrepancies with nursing, anesthesia, and other clinical users
Report to various locations within the designated service area as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program OR meeting Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration
One year of recent relevant experience
Registered Pharmacy Technician, Certified Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician certification/licensure
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations
Knowledge of pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures
Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing, and medication record keeping
Basic working knowledge of NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP legal requirements and accreditation standards
Written and verbal communication skills
Time management and organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite, pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC knowledge
Basic math skills for dosage determination
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interruption-prone environment
Ability to ensure patient PHI privacy
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems
Ability to build collaborative relationships with healthcare providers
Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties
Ability to work every other weekend and variable days/shifts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions
Benefits offered
Regular employee status
Full-time schedule with 32 weekly hours