Pharmacy Tech I, P

Childrens Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician I to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing unit dose medications, compounding non-sterile preparations, and ensuring the delivery of medications to patient care units. You will work under the supervision of experienced pharmacists, contributing to a mission that prioritizes the health and well-being of children. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Medical Plan Premiums Covered After 3 Years

Employee Savings Plan Match

Paid Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with at least 2 years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of compounding and preparing medications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain professional standards and confidentiality.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Registration

Compounding Medications

Customer Service Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy Software

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Pharmacy Tech I, PRN

Department: Central Inpatient Operations

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: PRN, Evenings/Overnights from 5pm - 3:30am; Weekdays/Weekends

Job Type: On-site

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Team Lead and Pharmacist, this job is responsible for preparing unit dose medications, compounds non-sterile preparations, and delivering medication to patient care units.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepares drug products for checking and dispensing by a pharmacist; preparation includes selecting and preparing unit dose medication, compounding, repackaging, and drawing up patient-specific doses.
2. Prepares non-sterile admixtures, including hazardous medications.
3. Maintain professional/ethical standards by complying with laws and regulations related to pharmacy practice, using sound professional judgment, exhibiting reliability and credibility.
4. Demonstrate empathy for patients and maintaining confidentiality.
5. Complete required training and competencies required.
6. Answer department telephones and assist the pharmacist with responding to inquiries.
7. Perform computer entry for missing doses, patient charges and credits, and other documentation.
8. Deliver or restock medications; deliver pharmacist code box; assist in maintaining overall cleanliness and organization of work areas and maintaining a continuous level of readiness for inspection by external groups.
9. Perform other duties and special projects as required.

Credentials:

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Intravenous Certification preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years pharmacy-related experience Preferred

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent Required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Registration Upon Hire Req

20 hour ACPE accredited IV training course, except in First Pharmacy. Upon Hire Pref

Maintenance of CPhT Upon Hire Pref

JOB PROFILE

Applies basic technical skills and knowledge of operational processes to perform straightforward and routine activities.

Understands how the assigned duties integrate with others in the team.

Depends on direct supervision to accomplish assigned tasks; accountable for developing own self to enhance contribution.

Uses standard operating procedures to guide own work and solve standard problems; escalates unfamiliar or difficult problems to a more experienced colleague.

Responsible for the accuracy of own work.

Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures or methods and adheres to established quality guidelines.

Recognizes opportunities to provide good customer service and demonstrates courtesy in all interactions; effectively exchanges straightforward information.

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Use appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one's intentions.

Meet patient and patient family needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.

Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.

Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.

Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-impose standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.

A Place Where You Belong
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure.
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks).
• Caregiver Leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.