Pharmacy Tech Apprentice

Harris Health; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Harris Health offers a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice program through the School of Pharmacy Technician Advancement (SPTA). The apprentice will apply didactic and simulation learning to assist in preparing and dispensing medications under a licensed pharmacist, while ensuring patient safety and quality care.

The role requires enrollment in the SPTA, completion of required tasks, and eventual national certification, with evenings and weekend training as part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; currently enrolled in Pharmacy Technician Education & Training Program.
• Pharmacy Technician Trainee registration within 90 days of employment; must maintain active status.
• No experience required; one year of teamwork and customer service preferred.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills; proficient with MS Word/PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense prescribed medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Adhere to state, federal, and organizational policies and guidelines; ensure patient safety and satisfaction.
• Attend and complete all assignments; participate in training activities and exams.

Skills

Math skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Verbal communication

Writing/Correspondence

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Math proficiency

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Currently enrolled in Pharmacy Technician Education & Training Program

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Pharmacy Technician Apprentice is in the Harris Health School of Pharmacy Technician Advancement Apprenticeship Program. The apprentice will apply the knowledge and skills from the didactic and simulation activities to prepare and dispense prescribed medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist while ensuring excellence in patient care, patient safety, and patient satisfaction. The apprentice must adhere to all state, federal, organizational, and departmental regulations and guidelines, in addition to the policies and procedures of the School of Pharmacy Technician Advancement (SPTA). This is a 6-month apprenticeship program.

Minimum Qualifications

Degrees/Work Experience/School Education:

• HS Diploma / GED: Currently enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician Education & Training Program.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Pharmacy Technician Trainee: (Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP)) Must obtain pharmacy technician trainee registration within ninety (90) days of employment and maintain in active status.

Work Experience:

• No Experience: Must be accepted and enrolled into the School of Pharmacy Technician Advancement (SPTA)
• One (1) Year of Experience with Teamwork & customer service (Preferred)

Communication Skills:

• Above average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
• Writing/Correspondence

Proficiencies:

• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Mathematics: & interpersonal competence
• Math Skills Proficiency: Math proficiency sufficient to fulfill the requirements of pharmacy technician job responsibilities. Assessment will be scheduled after application to apprenticeship is received

Work Schedule:

• Weekends
• Holidays
• Flexible: Flexible education and training schedule
• Travel: Willing to drive to various ACS and inpatient pharmacies for training.

Other Special Requirements

Other Requirements:

• Attend, participate, and submit all assignments.
• Complete ACS and Inpatient Pharmacy Training
• Take the national pharmacy technician certification board exam within the program.

Evening Shift: Inpatient Pharmacy Training requires evening shifts (for 1-2 weeks)