Pharmacy Technician I

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Harlingen, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Pharmacy Technician I performs moderately-complex (journey-level) pharmaceutical assistance work with pharmacist review and supervision as required by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy. Work involves inventory management, preparing medications for a pharmacist’s final check, delivering medications to patient areas, conducting medication area inspections, providing technical assistance, and performing clerical duties. Provides guidance to others as needed. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment within the boundaries allowed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Responsible for adhering to standards of professional, legal, and ethical practice and all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and/or guidelines of the hospital, HHSC and Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Requirements

• Proficient in medical and pharmaceutical nomenclature, pharmaceutical calculations, and the laws and regulations related to pharmacy operations.
• Able to lawfully prepare prescriptions, to inventory supplies, and to train others.
• Skilled in the operation of pharmaceutical equipment.
• Ability to use computer software for business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and data entry.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Capable of squatting, bending, lifting, walking up/downstairs, and carrying 35 lbs.
• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy
• Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred OR two years’ (24) months experience in pharmacy assistance may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Experience in pharmaceutical assistance work

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency policy.
• Willingly completes other duties as assigned within timeframes and standards established by supervisor.
• Obtains clarification and assistance as needed to complete tasks.
• Use pharmacy software to process medication orders, generate reports, including fill lists, and process return credits.
• Fills medication dispensing machines with appropriate medications in a timely manner.
• Delivers medication, including assessing needs for bulk items, and inspecting medication rooms.
• Prepares discharge medication orders for dispensing.
• Maintains proper records, storage, and security conditions for medications and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Repackages bulk pharmaceuticals into unit dose packages.
• Interacts with pharmacy staff and other hospital staff on a professional level.
• Performs clerical duties, including audits, inventories, inspections, filing, and stocking.
• Prepares, receives, and reconciles drug shipments, stocks medications, and reports drug shortages
• Assist customers and coworkers answer telephone and responds to qeustions or requests.

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees