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