What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician, Inpatient Level I (Casual) - Pharmacy position at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego?
This is a casual position which is subject to renewal by 10/01/2026
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist by performing certain technical functions associated with drug distribution in accordance with specific provisions, standards, and Pharmacy Business and Professions Code. Dependent upon assignment, the principal areas of drug distribution may include unit dose, intravenous and oral drug compounding, TPN preparation, inventory control, automated dispensing equipment and related duties, as required. Customer service, teamwork and communication are important job functions.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, GED or foreign equivalent
One year of experience
Registered CA Pharmacy Technician
Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology, metric and apothecary measures
Knowledge of pharmacy ethics, laws, and accountability and control of prescriptions and controlled drugs
Didactic and practical IV compounding experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a pediatric hospital setting
Three years of experience
Experience with automated dispensing machines and barcode technology
The current salary range for this position is $29.22 to $40.68
A candidate’s placement in the range will be determined based on the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to being externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by reviewing market data to remain competitive within the nonprofit, healthcare sector. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist by performing certain technical functions associated with drug distribution in accordance with specific provisions, standards, and Pharmacy Business and Professions Code. Dependent upon assignment, the principal areas of drug distribution may include unit dose, intravenous and oral drug compounding, TPN preparation, inventory control, automated dispensing equipment and related duties, as required. Customer service, teamwork and communication are important job functions.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, GED or foreign equivalent
One year of experience
Registered CA Pharmacy Technician
Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology, metric and apothecary measures
Knowledge of pharmacy ethics, laws, and accountability and control of prescriptions and controlled drugs
Didactic and practical IV compounding experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a pediatric hospital setting
Three years of experience
Experience with automated dispensing machines and barcode technology
The current salary range for this position is $29.22 to $40.68
A candidate’s placement in the range will be determined based on the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to being externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by reviewing market data to remain competitive within the nonprofit, healthcare sector. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
Salary : $29 - $41