Certified Pharmacy Tech

Prime Healthcare; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Technician in Farmers Branch, TX. This per diem position involves preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have previous pharmacy technician experience and a state pharmacy license.

Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and 401K. This position plays a vital role in patient safety and involves collaborating with pharmacists to deliver accurate medications.

Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred.
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
• Graduate of an ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications including unit-dose and IV admixtures.
• Manage inventory while handling controlled substances.
• Enter and verify medication orders in hospital EMR systems.

Skills

Pharmacy technician experience

Medication preparation and dispensing

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician training program

State Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Overview

We are seeking aCertified Pharmacy Technician, sometimes referred to as a Registered CertificatedPharmacyTechnician, Pharmacy Tech (CPhT) or Board-Certified Pharmacy Technician. The Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs) support pharmacists by preparing and dispensing medications, including sterile IVs, chemotherapy, and unit-dose drugs for patients. They manage medication inventory across patient care areas, maintain automated dispensing systems, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Certified Pharmacy Technicians play a vital role in patient safety by verifying orders, preventing errors, and ensuring timely delivery of critical medications. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRNas needed.

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem

Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Dallas Medical Center– Farmers Branch, TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Prepare and dispense medications including unit-dose, IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and operate automated dispensing cabinets
• Manage inventory across nursing units, crash carts, and automated systems while handling controlled substances and monitoring expirations
• Enter and verify medication orders in hospital EMR systems to ensure accuracy of dosage, form, route, and frequency
• Support patient safety by checking labels, assisting with medication reconciliation, delivering medications, and preparing drugs for specialized populations
• Comply with USP standards, maintain regulatory documentation, and take on specialized roles such as IV compounding, clinical support, or lead technician duties

Qualifications

1. Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred
2. State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)
3. High school diploma or equivalent
4. Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred
5. 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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