Cert Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem
Job Description
Join a Legacy of Excellence at Kentfield Hospital
Founded in 1954 as Center Medical Hospital, Kentfield Hospital- now a subsidiary of American Advanced Management-is a Long-Term Acute care Hospital (LTACH) serving patients across two locations in Marin County and San Francisco. Our 113-bed facilities (SF & Marin County) specialize in caring for individuals with critical or chronic complex medical conditions who require extended recovery periods.
Kentfield Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiac care, neuro recovery, respiratory support, advanced wound care, and Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology services. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan designed to support their unique recovery journey.
We are proud to hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. At Kentfield, we work in close partnership with patients and families to help achieve the best possible outcomes.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, performs a wide variety of technical and clerical duties
related to the hospital drug distribution system. Duties would include filling physician orders by preparing and
distributing medications, including intravenous admixtures and extemporaneous drug preparations, maintaining
the drug inventory, and maintaining confidential patient records. May participate in the hospital Antibiotic
Stewardship Program with a focus on patient safety and public health.
This is a Per Diem - weekend coverage position at our San Francisco location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the pharmacy
process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and
collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply
professional standards of practice in job situations.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of employment
- required.
- Valid driver’s license necessary in states with multiple facilities requiring delivering to sites.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- Six (6) months experience in a hospital pharmacy preferred.
- Ability to project a professional image.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
- Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES, REGISTRATIONS Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of employment required. Valid driver’s license necessary in states with multiple facilities requiring delivering to sites.
ATTENDANCE
Regular and punctual attendance.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with coworkers
and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.