Pharmacy Technician

Remedy • Houston, TX

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician is an instrumental role at AFA Pharmacy, helping ensure efficient pharmacy operations and high-quality care. The technician prepares medications under a pharmacist’s supervision and performs related duties at the pharmacy in Texas, supporting the mission of providing healthcare access to people with chronic conditions. This is an onsite position in Missouri City, Texas.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent, or a vocational school certificate.
• Active Pharmacy Technician License with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• 1–2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a high-volume community retail or mail-order pharmacy.
• Comprehensive knowledge of language and terminology used in community retail pharmacy.
• Ability to interpret, transcribe, and troubleshoot prescription information and perform common math calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Manual dexterity and sufficient arm and upper-body range of motion to use a keyboard, mouse, and telephone for 7–8 hours per day.
• Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person communication for 7–8 hours per day.
• Vision sufficient to use a computer monitor.
• Ability to sit or stand at a desk for 7–8 hours per day.
• Ability to lift 50–60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak more than one language.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter prescriptions accurately, carefully, and efficiently.
• Enter sensitive prescription information into the computer system, dispense the correct medication, and verify information before releasing prescriptions.
• Prioritize and multitask to process time-sensitive medications.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
• Perform quality control by reviewing order details to ensure patients receive the correct medications.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the workspace, machines, and equipment.
• Package and prepare products for delivery using standard operating procedures, including appropriate packaging and storage requirements, to ensure safe and secure delivery.
• Report misconduct, suspicious activity, or unethical activity to the Compliance Officer.
• Maintain compliance with laws and regulations, help ensure the pharmacy meets or exceeds accreditation standards, and implement best practices in pharmacy activities.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and adhere to the assigned work schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Robust and affordable medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Vacation time off policy, with up to 10 vacation days accrued during the first year; accrual begins immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED