Pharmacy Technician (Per Diem)

Working Title: Pharmacy Technician

Classification: Pharmacy Technician

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday August 16 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Posting Details

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 257 and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Pharmacist duties include but are not limited to: processes prescription orders answers telephones handles patient transactions and stocks inventory in the pharmacy assists in keeping various pharmacy records orders medications and supplies cash collection/management and other duties as assigned. This position performs non- discretionary tasks related to the processing of prescriptions in a licensed pharmacy excluding all duties restricted to a registered pharmacist. Works closely with Pharmacist Pharmacy Technicians and Intern Pharmacists.

FLSA:Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range:$23.86 per hour (Step 1) - $24.33 (Step 2)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $23.86 per hour (Step 1) -$34.07 per hour (Step 19)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range:1

Recruitment Type:Temporary

Time Base:Hourly-Intermittent

Work Hours:Work hours will vary based on coverage needs. Standard pharmacy hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Department Information

Our Student Health Counseling and Wellness center provides an integrated approach to care combining both physical mental and various needs of our students. This approach acknowledges the intricate connection between mental emotional physical and spiritual wellness recognizing that a persons mental health cannot be isolated from their overall health. Our multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals fosters an inclusive culture that addresses systemic disparities and creates an environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel respected valued and are provided with equitable access to quality care. Student Health Counseling and Wellness Services (SHCWS) staff are committed to continuously providing exceptional service for our campus community. We offer a variety of services that are available in-person and online using secure remote technology.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of brand and generic drug names prescription packaging and labeling aseptic compounding techniques and drug disposal protocols. General knowledge of different pharmacy operations practices and procedures; and familiarity with the standards ethics laws and regulations governing pharmacy practices in the State of California.

Abilities:

Ability to understand and use pharmacy and medical terms abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications; perform the record keeping functions involved in and related to dispensing drugs and inventory management; perform packaging and labeling of drug products; perform calculations for drug dosing; effectively use and maintain the pharmacy automated system to maintain pharmacy and prescription records produce required reports and perform cashiering functions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; and exhibit strong customer service skills with patients.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent and the required education and training to be a registered Pharmacy Technician by the California State Board of Pharmacy. Equivalent to six months to one year of experience working in a pharmacy setting.

Basic Life support recognition (CPR)

License:

Possess a current valid California Pharmacy Technician license.

RequiredQualifications

1. Completion of a recognized/accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program (includes hands-on training period during externship) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Licensed Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy and in good standing.
3. Minimum experience and skills in an ambulatory health center Pharmacy and/or in a retail/community pharmacy or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
4. Good communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively with a large diverse population including maintaining good relationship between Pharmacy and medical staff.
5. Ability to use good judgment in responding to or referring questions by nurses physicians and other professional personnel
6. Knowledge skills and ability to perform basic computer entries.
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
8. Working knowledge of all services provided by pharmacy and clinic.
9. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.

1. Condition of Employment:

   Satisfactory completion of the background check process

PreferredQualifications

1. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
2. One year or more experience in a community retail pharmacy setting.
3. Experience with electronic pharmacy billing and reconciliation.

Licenses/Certifications

Required: CA Board of Pharmacy - Pharmacy Technician License

Preferred: Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copes of licenses (CA Pharmacy Board License Required CPhT Preferred)

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead serve and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and a Black Serving Institution and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at .

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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