Per Diem Pharmacy Technician in Oakland, CA

This opportunity calls for a skilled Pharmacy Technician to support a bustling county hospital pharmacy in a registry role. As a vital member of the pharmacy team, you will assist with medication preparation, dispensing, and inventory management in a fast-paced retail environment serving a diverse patient population.

Location: Oakland, CA
Job Type: Per Diem
Schedule:

• Primarily weekdays
• Shifts of 8.5 hours with a 30-minute lunch break
• Shift start times: 6 am, 8 am, 10 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, or 3 pm
• Average 24 hours per week, with variability up to 40+ hours during busier periods

Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare and dispense medications according to prescriptions
• Assist pharmacists with verifying prescriptions and maintaining workflow
• Manage inventory including restocking and expiration monitoring
• Utilize technology platforms such as EPIC and Omnicell for medication record keeping and dispensing
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare staff

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Pharmacy Technician certification or relevant training
• Experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
• Familiarity with EPIC and Omnicell systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work variable shifts primarily during weekdays

This position offers a long-term, open-ended opportunity to work with a major county hospital system, with steady work availability for those seeking consistent assignments. If you are ready to contribute your skills in a dynamic pharmacy setting and want a flexible schedule averaging several days per week, apply now to be considered for this registry role.

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.