Pharmacy Technician | Long Beach, California

Long Beach,CA 21 days ago

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Category Pharmacy - Pharmacy Technician
Job Type Contract

An immediate opportunity is available for a skilled Pharmacy Technician with travel flexibility in the greater Los Angeles area. This role involves supporting two hospital settings, providing critical pharmacy services across multiple locations within a 20-mile radius.

Location: Floating position between two hospitals in Long Beach, CA area (Gardena and Norwalk).

Job Type: Contract, extending 8 weeks or longer.

Schedule/Hours:

  • Variable day and afternoon shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and compound IV medications, IV piggybacks (IVPBs), and total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
  • Accurately fill and manage Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets.
  • Deliver medications to nursing units promptly and professionally.
  • Respond to telephone inquiries regarding medication orders and availability.
  • Utilize Allscripts/Paragon for order entry and pharmacy record management.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

  • Proven inpatient pharmacy technician experience is mandatory.
  • Proficient in preparing IV admixtures and managing Pyxis systems.
  • Familiarity with Allscripts or Paragon pharmacy and order entry systems.
  • Ability to work efficiently between two hospital sites, maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy.

This role offers a dynamic and varied work environment, ideal for pharmacy technicians who enjoy contributing to inpatient care while adapting to different hospital workflows. Candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills for effective coordination between pharmacy and nursing teams.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready for a rewarding travel pharmacy technician assignment in the LA area, apply now to take advantage of this exciting opportunity.

Compensation for this position ranges from $22.00 to $26.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

  • Competitive Salary
  • Weekly Paycheck
  • Matching 401(k) Plan
  • Extensive Medical Coverage
  • Licensing Assistance
  • Custom Housing
  • Travel Assistance
  • Professional Development Reimbursement