Per Diem Pharmacy Technician 1

PHARMACY TCHN 1 PD (009279)

UCPath Position ID: 40068478

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1135958

Approved Date:

10/1/2025 12:17:24 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/1/2025 12:17:21 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

9/4/2022

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7800D

Division:

STUDENT HEALTH

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40068478

Position Description ID

169129

UC Payroll Title:

PHARMACY TCHN 1 PD (009279)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

EX: Patient Care Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

6 - Staff: Per Diem

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.4

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40040565

Reports to Payroll Title:

PHARMACY SHS MGR 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager of the Bruin Health Pharmacy at the Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center and/or their designee (e.g. Staff Pharmacist) the Per Diem Pharmacy Technician I shall perform the functions of pharmacy technician and shall be responsible for assisting the  pharmacist in the core functions and duties and perform other pharmacy functions as listed below. A Per Diem Pharmacy Technician I is not authorized to perform any act requiring the exercise of professional judgment by a Pharmacist.

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Pharmacy Technician Duties

Assists pharmacists and performs functions that support the daily workflow of a pharmacy under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Accurate prescription order entry while ensuring insurance properly adjudicates. Accurately set up, fill and label medications.  Update patient profiles with allergy, medical conditions, other medications and demographic information. Call providers and patients as required and notify pharmacists of any problems. Provide customer support in both check-in and check-out windows utilizing Pharmacy Management System. Inform pharmacist of patient consultations. Assist in responding to patient related pharmacy inquiries.

80%

Operations

Assist with prescription/OTC inventory management. Assist Ashe Finance and Insurance department with resolving inquiries. Input non-controlled substance drug delivery into pharmacy management system. Report erroneous prescription data or discrepancy to pharmacy manager/staff pharmacist and enter into Incident Management system. Remove outdated drugs from pharmacy inventory. Return to stock prescriptions. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Monitor functioning of pharmacy equipment and supplies.

10%

Administrative Tasks

Maintain ongoing awareness of pharmacy services and comply with established policy and procedures. Participate and lead daily morning huddles. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, with patients, co-workers and supervisors within a harmonious work environment through positive interaction and collaboration. Uphold customer service standards and maintain patient privacy.  Appropriately introduce self and title on phone and use sensitivity and professionalism with interactions. Communicate accurately both orally and in writing. Sensitive to cultural influences and language barriers when communicating with others.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

CA Pharmacy Technician License

Required

Certified Technician by examination PTCB

Preferred

Working knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to the practice of pharmacy.

Required

Skill in effectively interacting with students and staff from diverse cultural, ethnic/racial, social and sexual orientations.

Required

Ability to receive constructive criticism and guidance with equanimity and engage in discussions with supervisor regarding performance in a professional manner.

Required

Ability to handle high volume of customer interactions and other work tasks.

Required

Proficient technical skills in computers and composing emails, messages and other documents that are clear, concise with use of proper syntax and grammar.

Required

Skill in interacting diplomatically to establish rapport and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, administrators and personnel in other departments.

Required

Skill in working independently to organize and prioritize job tasks with minimal direction to optimize efficiency.

Required

Knowledge of over-the-counter (OTC), pharmaceutical names, abbreviations, and medical and insurance terminologies.

Required

Ability in maintaining patient confidentiality in compliance with University, state and federal guidelines including HIPAA and FERPA regulations, and handling sensitive medical issues tactfully.

Required

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs. 

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Medical Center/Clinic

Location:

Ashe Center

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.