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Pharmacy Technician - Pacific Heart - Santa Monica

Location: Santa Monica, California

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You're exacting in all you do. Happily, we're the exact same way. Make a difference in Pharmacy at Cedars-Sinai. Use your teamwork, expertise and dedication in work that truly matters – improving the lives of our patients in their most vulnerable times. As a Pharmacy professional at Cedars-Sinai you'll work alongside distinguished physicians, collaborate with those conducting groundbreaking research, and apply yourself using cutting-edge evidence-based practice.

  • Job Type: Full-time regular
  • Job Shift: Day
  • Shift Duration: 8 hour

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Pharmacy Technician - Pacific Heart - Santa Monica

Job ID 16694 Location Santa Monica, California, United States Job Category Pharmacy Date posted 05/19/2026

Job Description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are tied #1 in California and ten years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll.

The Pacific Heart Institute is located on 2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, Ca 90404

Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, day shift - 5 days onsite opportunity

The full time onsite Prior Authorization Pharmacy Technician at the Cedars-Sinai Pacific Heart Institute will assist in supporting the Cedars-Sinai Medical Network pharmacy team in the daily operations of the Cedars-Sinai Pacific Heart Institute. The Pharmacy Technician primary role is to assist the pharmacists, physicians and other providers in processing of prescription orders, prior authorizations, distribution and inventory management of clinic-administered medications, and obtaining and compiling clinical information

What's this role all about?

  • Communicate pertinent information to pharmacists, prescribing physicians, other providers, and/or office staff.
  • Monitor and respond to e-mail and electronic medical record inbox/in-baskets messages and other communications in a timely manner throughout the work day.
  • Assist in obtaining prior authorizations from insurance plans and coordination with pharmacies.
  • Assist with data collection and entry when needed.
  • Facilitate communication with clinics/departments regarding medication requests and issues pertaining to medication stock and delivery.
  • Conduct chart or laboratory searches as necessary and transcribe relevant information into CS-Link.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

  • High School Diploma/GED

Licenses:

  • CA Pharmacy Tech License

Experience:

  • Prior Authorizations and UM: Experience at a healthplan or with processing medication prior authorizations
  • Health plan experience is preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • Lifting, Standing, walking, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, balancing, kneeling, crouching, handling, grasping, hearing, talking. The physical ability and perceptive acuity to satisfactorily perform all direct and indirect patient care functions. Must be able to perform assigned duties in a demanding work environment.

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.

Req ID 16694 Working Title Pharmacy Technician - Pacific Heart - Santa Monica Department Pacific Heart Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation Job Category Pharmacy Job Specialty Pharmacy Additional Locations United States Overtime Status NONEXEMPT Primary Shift Day Shift Duration 8 hour Base Pay $24.00 - $36.38

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We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.

Our compensation philosophy

We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF) .

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Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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Career Path

We offer many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Pharmacy Resident
  • Pharmacist I
  • Pharmacist II
  • Pharmacist III
  • Pharmacist IV
  • Pharmacy Program Coordinator
  • Pharmacy Supervisor
  • Pharmacy Manager

Rewards

Discover all the ways Cedars-Sinai appreciates your efforts.

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health and Wellness Programs

  • Retirement Plans

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  • Continuing Education

    Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development

  • Collaboration

    Collaborate with distinguished physicians and cutting-edge researchers

  • Bonus Opportunity

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