Pharmacy Technician ; Inpatient

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician I, under the supervision and direction of a Pharmacist, provides pharmacy services, manages inventory, and delivers pharmaceutical care as assigned and in accordance with Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) regulations.

• Performs limited pharmacy services and duties associated with the stocking, preparation, labeling, dispensing, and delivery of medications.
• Helps patients and medical staff with nonjudgmental questions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist preceptor.
• Answers incoming phone calls and responds to the needs of the caller or directs them to the appropriate person for service.
• Communicates promptly with all appropriate team members when inventory levels are low and assists with drug purchasing and inventory control.
• Performs designated tasks regarding pharmacy quality control, management of pharmacy records, inventory control, and preparation of orders for drugs.
• Enters medication orders from doctors' order sheets/prescriptions and fills according to label, ensuring that the correct product is dispensed and that the dosage form and charge quantity are in accordance with formulary; enters correct billing data and is responsible for medication charges and credits.
• Resolves discrepancies, troubleshoots and runs reports from the automated dispensing machine (ADM).
• Cleans and helps maintain equipment and work area; sterilizes glassware according to established procedures.

• Basic understanding of Pharmacy Care modalities, terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use, and aseptic techniques, standards, and equipment.
• Knowledge of procedures and standards for the labeling and dispensing of prescription medications.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.
• Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
• Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times.
• Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to: using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand‑held scanning, and email.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

• Education:
  
  H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Experience:
  
  Less than 1 Year of experience
• Certification/License/Registration:
  Pharmacy Technician (PHT) or Pharmacy Intern (RPH‑INT) licensed by the TX Board of Pharmacy. One of the following must be issued:
  • Pharmacy Tech (PHT) license
  • Pharmacy Tech (PHT) intern license