Medication Technician

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) invites applications for a position in the Unit Medication Room to distribute patients’ medications from filled prescriptions. The role involves delivering and administering medications under supervision and supporting clinical activities as directed by management.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and completion of the assigned training within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Must complete the assigned training program within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and administers patients' medications.
• Support clinical activities under direction of facility management.
• Participates in Correctional Medication Aide Program training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medication administration

Training and compliance

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Description

This position assists in the overall operation of the Unit Medication Room and distributes patients’ medications from filled prescriptions.

Major/Essential Functions

• Delivers and administers patients their ordered and prescribed medications.
• Within the scope of the specific credential of the team member, will support clinical activities in the health facility under the direction of the facility director and nurse management.
• Actively participates in all assigned training related to the Correctional Medication Aide Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Must complete the assigned training program within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a pharmacy technician and active registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) (or in process of registration) via passing the national certification exam.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.