PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Job Description:

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Description

Position/Program Information

Position/Program Information:
Salary Information: $4,281.64 - $5,465.92 Monthly

When to apply:
We will be accepting online applications on July 24, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (PT). We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectantly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Exam number:
b5504C

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone

The team member we are searching for will perform a variety of technical and support pharmacy services in a hospital pharmacy, licensed outpatient pharmacy, and/or direct patient care setting under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. For more information, please visit: Class Specifications- Pharmacy Technician

Essential Job Functions

• Assists a licensed pharmacist in dispensing medications by removing drug or drugs from stock; counting, pouring, or mixing pharmaceuticals; placing the product into a container; and affixing the label(s) to the container.
• Processes incoming prescriptions and physician drug orders by checking patient identification and completing prescription charges where necessary.
• Reads prescriber's medication chart orders; selects the medication(s); places the medication in appropriate patient medication drawer; and presents completed medication order to a licensed pharmacist for review.
• Deciphers the prescription or physician drug orders to determine the drug's name, strength, dosage form, quantity, and/or other special instructions written by the provider.
• Enters patient and prescription data into pharmacy computer system to generate labels and collates completed labels with corresponding prescriptions for filling.
• Provides routine information to patients regarding prescriptions, refills, referrals, and procedural questions as directed by a licensed pharmacist.
• Performs packaging, manipulative, repetitive, or other non-discretionary prescription filling or related tasks while under the direct supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist.
• Enters additional computer entries to update patient and inventory records as needed.
• Initiates and maintains patient information records showing each medication name, dosage form, date, and method of administration ordered for each individual patient.
• Screens and grants prescription coverage to patients who meet criteria set forth by pharmacy services chief.
• Submits or troubleshoots prescription prior authorization requests as directed by a licensed pharmacist.
• Corresponds with pharmacy staff at dispensing pharmacies, patients and prescribers in regards to prescription status.
• Assists a licensed pharmacist to process prescription refill requests and obtains prescription fill histories.
• Replenishes the drugs in automated dispensing systems in addition to general maintenance, minor repairs and troubleshooting of the system when necessary.
• Delivers medication to clinics as directed; exchanges medication drawer/bins; requisitions and shelves replenishment stock and checks for outdated, deteriorated, or contaminated drugs, overstock, and proper storage of pharmaceutical products requiring frequent bending, lifting, reaching, and carrying/moving drugs or medical supplies weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Maintains periodic inventory of an assigned area of pharmacy stock; assists in inventory control procedures, audits, and reconciliations as required; assists in conducting pharmacy ward or clinic inspections.
• Uses a computer to order and receive pharmaceutical orders in accordance with County policies and procedures; to verify and inspect orders received, and to complete transactions and receive data.
• Assists a licensed pharmacist in packaging and repackaging activities.
• Documents and monitors assigned medication storage area temperature records.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of assigned medication storage area under direction of a licensed pharmacist to meet regulatory standards.
• Returns or disposes medications through coordination with reverse distributor under direction of a licensed pharmacist.
• Orders and tracks controlled-substance prescription pads.
• Performs any back-up tasks and duties associated with clerical, pharmacy helper, or housekeeping responsibilities necessary for the operation of the Pharmacy as directed by a licensed pharmacist.
• Serves as a member of various committees and participates in departmental staff meetings as required.
• Assists the pharmacy supervisor/staff in the training of pharmacy technician trainees and other support staff as needed.

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify:
A current Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)* and a valid license to practice as a certified Pharmacy Technician by the California State Board of Pharmacy*.

*To receive credit for your certificate and license it must be current and included with your application or emailed to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application.

Withhold information:
No withholds will be allowed. All requirements must be met when filing application.
License:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

Physical Class:
Physical Class III - Moderate: Standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Desirable Qualifications:
Additional credit will be given for experience on desirable qualifications.

• Full-time experience in medication inventory monitoring.

Additional Information

Examination Content:

This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience, and desirable qualifications based on application information and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100%.

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the list.

Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies within the Department of Mental Health as they occur.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve months.

Available Shift:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Application and filing information:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• smstewart@dmh.lacounty.gov
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New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

HR Examinations Unit:(213) 972-7034
HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov

Analyst Contact Phone: Sheenia Stewart (323) 705-4669

Analyst Contact Email: smstewart@dmh.lacounty.gov
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Salary:

$51,379.68 - $65,591.04 Annually