Pharmacy Technician-Intermediate

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Under general supervision, responsible for providing a variety of supportive duties related to the packaging, storage, recording, and delivery of pharmaceuticals and related supplies.

Requirements

• Ability to operate and care for automated dispensing devices and equipment.
• Knowledge of, and ability to perform, aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of basic inventory procedures and pharmacy information systems.
• Meticulous attention to detail; exhibits accuracy and thoroughness while monitoring own work for quality.
• A solid customer service acumen to effectively work with both internal and external customers and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• CPhT Certified Pharmacy Technician - Required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares intravenous (IV) medication using appropriate aseptic technique under pharmacist supervision.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, and inform supervisors of stock needs, shortages, and expirations.
• Delivers medications and pharmaceutical supplies to patients, nursing stations and/or clinic areas as needed following safe handling procedures.
• Assists pharmacy staff with maintaining proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
• Assists internal customers by answering simple questions, locating items or referring to the pharmacist for medication information.
• Completes medication use reports for nurse station crash carts, emergency response kits, and automated medication dispensing machines.
• Follows up with the supervising pharmacist to address restock, expired medication, and discrepancies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees