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Job Description
Description
THE POSITION: Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the incumbent performs a variety of tasks to assist in the operation of the Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital Outpatient, Inpatient or Oncology Infusion Pharmacy.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
Pharmacy Technician is responsible for medication preparation and distribution under the guidance and supervision of the Pharmacists, Pharmacy Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy Services.
APPROXIMATE SALARIES:
Pharmacy Technician - $21.84 - $30.58 Hourly
Pharmacy Technician PDP - $32.49 Hourly
EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency - Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital
Pharmacy Technician is represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, Per Diem Pool, and Extra Help vacancies. There are currently two (2) Intermittent vacancies.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
OPENING DATE: August 26, 2025
CLOSING DATE: C ontinuous
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:- Answers and triages phone calls made to the pharmacy department.
- Transcribes physician orders to medication profiles and assemble orders for pharmacist review.
- Fills initial drug order and deliver medication(s) to nursing units and other patient care areas after review by the pharmacist.
- Uses a variety of packaging machines, weighing, labeling, and measuring devices to package/tag or otherwise prepares drugs in unit dose forms.
- Performs non-discretionary aspects of dispensing function in an outpatient pharmacy.
- Maintains stock and removes expired medication(s) from the automated dispensing cabinets or floor stock in various units throughout the hospital including proper handling of controlled substances according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Operates computer terminal for order entry, label generation, and documentation.
- Cleans and maintains sterile compounding hood and sterile compounding areas daily according to established policies and procedures.
- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment necessary for sterile compounding.
- Prepares and labels compounded sterile products including chemotherapy and other hazardous drugs using proper aseptic techniques.
- Processes medication charges or credits when appropriate.
- Assists in preparation and maintenance of department records.
- Assists in maintenance of inventory and stock, including ordering, distributing, receiving, unpacking, marking, pricing, controlling, and record keeping.
- Performs and documents monthly unit inspection of assigned area(s) for medication outdates and cleanliness.
- Works closely with providers, nursing staff, patient, patient’s family, and outpatient pharmacies in obtaining best possible medication history for newly admitted patients including proper documentation on the electronic health record.
- Reports to immediate supervisor of any malfunctioning equipment.
- Observes and reports to immediate supervisor any unusual circumstances including those relating to drugs, drug requests, usage, or security within the hospital.
- Assists in maintaining the pharmacy work areas in a neat, clean, and orderly condition.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
No experience required; however, experience in an inpatient pharmacy setting with knowledge of general inpatient pharmacy procedures and practices is desired.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:- Must possess and maintain a current California Pharmacy Technician License.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Knowledge of: basic medical terminology and abbreviations; methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical and supplies; basic pharmaceutical nomenclature; state and federal pharmacy regulations as they pertain to specific assignments; units of measurement by weight and volume; basic arithmetic; aseptic technique and manipulation of sterile solution; aseptic method of intravenous product preparation.
Skill/Ability to: use basic weight and measuring devices; perform weighing, measuring, compounding pharmaceuticals, and document with accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness; perform routine mathematical calculations; operate a computer; type simple forms, records, and reports; understand and apply policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignments; communicate clearly and effectively; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; work cooperatively with hospital staff and patients; lift up to 25 lbs.
Recruitment Process
FINAL FILING DATE: T his is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at hr.ventura.org. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency 646 County Square Drive,, Ventura, CA 93003.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another merit or civil service public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a merit or civil service style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (Download PDF reader) for additional information.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure and certification for this recruitment. Those candidates who do will be placed on the eligible list.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered to test candidates' knowledge of generic drug names, pharmacy calculations, pharmacy procedures, conversions, filing, and interpersonal relationships. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
For more information about this recruitment, please contact Erin Niemi by e-mail at erin.niemi@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 654-2568.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.- Benefits website or you may call (805) 654-2570.
- Retirement FAQ's
- Memorandum of Agreement
Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ,UPT, UWS -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Ventura
Show moreBeautiful Ventura County is one of 58 counties in the State of California. Geographically, the county offers a stunning 42 miles of coastline and the Los Padres National Forest, which accounts for 46% of the county’s land mass in the northern portion of the county. Fertile valleys in the southern half of the county make Ventura County a leading agricultural producer. Together, farming and the Los Padres National Forest occupy half of the county’s 1.2 million acres.
A mild year-round climate, along with scenic geography makes the area attractive to the 850,000 culturally and ethnically diverse people who call Ventura County home. The unincorporated areas, along with the ten incorporated cities of Camarillo, Fillmore, Moorpark, Ojai, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Santa Paula, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and San Buenaventura (Ventura) ranks Ventura as the 11th most populous county in the State.
Ventura County has a strong economic base that includes major industries such as biotechnology, agriculture, advanced technologies, oil production, military testing and development, and tourism.
The United States military, which includes two naval bases and the Air National Guard base, is the largest employer in the county with more than 16,000 employees. The County of Ventura (government) is the next largest employer with nearly 8,000 employees located throughout the county. Port Hueneme is California’s smallest but only deep water port between Los Angeles and San Francisco and plays a major role in the local economy.
Home to two universities (California State University Channel Islands and California Lutheran University), and three Community Colleges (Oxnard, Ventura, and Moorpark), multiple university extensions, institutes, and adult schools, the county enjoys a strong structure for workforce development.
The County of Ventura was formed January 1, 1873, when it separated from Santa Barbara County. It is a general law county, governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, elected at-large for a staggered four year term in their respective districts, and the chairmanship rotates annually. The Board of Supervisors is responsible for providing policy direction, approving the County budget, and representing the County in a number of areas including special districts. The Board actions can apply countywide or only in unincorporated areas.
Other County elected officials include the Auditor-Controller, Assessor, Clerk/Recorder, District Attorney, Treasurer-Tax Collector, and Sheriff. The County Executive Officer advises, assists, and acts as an agent for the Board of Supervisors in all matters under the Board’s jurisdiction.
Under the guidance of the Board of Supervisors, the approved County annual budget of $1.8 billion serves to assist vulnerable adults and children, enforce the law, ensure justice, protect public health, and improve our quality of life. In alignment with key focus areas established in the County Strategic Plan, services are provided to residents by nearly 8,000 dedicated public servants working in 23 different agencies, departments and special districts.
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