WAREHOUSE AND MATERIALS TECHNICIAN

Healix Infusion Therapy, LLC•Sugar Land, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Healix Infusion Therapy is seeking a full-time Warehouse and Materials Technician for its pharmacy in Sugar Land, Texas. The position works Monday through Friday on rotating 8- to 10-hour shifts; occasional weekends may be included. The technician supports pharmacy operations through purchasing, inventory management, shipping and receiving, and technical duties assigned by pharmacists. The role also includes maintaining and cleaning ambulatory pumps, supporting new sites and shipping needs, training pharmacy technician students, and participating in quality control and quality assurance programs. Additional responsibilities include accurate recordkeeping, inventory reconciliation, monitoring returned credits and expired preparations, and recommending improvements to the Pharmacy Manager. The technician ensures the sterile products compounding area is maintained according to policy and USP <797> standards, compounds products using appropriate aseptic technique, and maintains accurate compounding records. All work must be checked by a pharmacist. The role also requires professional communication, teamwork, adherence to company policies and applicable pharmacy laws and regulations, and compliance with HIPAA when handling protected health information.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
Texas State Board of Pharmacy license.
Completion of one of the following: an ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician training program; an ACPE-approved course providing 40 hours of instruction and experience in the areas specified in Section 291.36c 4 A of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Laws and Regulations; or a structured, nontransferable on-the-job didactic and experiential training program providing 40 hours of instruction and experience in the areas specified in Sections 291.36E and 291.36 4 A of those regulations.
Comply with internal and external education or continuing education requirements specific to job duties and/or licensure.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Minimum five years of experience in hospital, home care, or outpatient infusion pharmacy is preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing pharmacy practice, as well as Healix policies and procedures.
Perform technical duties as assigned by pharmacists.
Learn and use the company purchasing and inventory system; ensure medications are ordered and inventory is updated as needed.
Maintain perpetual inventory and managed inventory for select clients.
Maintain ambulatory pump inventory, clean pumps, and perform quality checks on pumps when received.
Work with the PIC and Supervisors on new sites and shipping needs.
Precept pharmacy technician students and help train them.
Participate in departmental quality control and quality assurance programs.
Perform inventory control, including monitoring inventory levels and ordering, receiving, stocking, and shipping.
Oversee monthly inventory and reconciliation.
Maintain accurate records of assignments and compounding.
Monitor returned credits, reissue appropriate preparations, and discard expired preparations.
Make recommendations to the Pharmacy Manager about improving methods and procedures.
Report unusual situations, occurrences, conditions, or complaints related to pharmacy operations to the Pharmacy Manager.
Keep the sterile products compounding area clean and maintained according to policy, procedure, and USP <797> standards.
Compound products using appropriate aseptic technique, accurately and with minimal waste; have all work checked by a pharmacist.
Record initials on compound sheets and labels when required by state law.
Keep the work area clean and orderly, prioritize workload, and use time efficiently.
Wear neat, appropriate apparel and remain identifiable as a pharmacy technician.
Answer calls in the assigned area and direct them promptly and professionally.
Be accountable for scheduled work time and notify the Pharmacist when leaving the area for breaks or meals.
Communicate clearly and promptly with clients and fellow employees; interact professionally and cooperate with team members.
Accept and incorporate changes and new ideas, provide responsive and accurate service, and adhere to policies and procedures.
Arrive as scheduled and notify supervisors promptly of absences; recognize priorities, use time productively, and attempt to resolve problems and conflicts independently.
Work individually or with a group to develop new ideas or procedures.
Comply with HIPAA requirements when using or disclosing protected health information.