Pharmacy Tech III

Children's Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider seeks a Pharmacy Technician III in Dallas to operate with high independence in specialized areas like sterile compounding and oncology. This role requires significant experience and certifications with a mission to improve children's health through patient-centered care. Join a team committed to making life better for children and ensuring exceptional service in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Benefits

Employee portion of medical plan premiums 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.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as a hospital pharmacy technician.
• Registration with Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) as a Registered Technician required.
• National Certification with Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with maintaining cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Responding to inquiries with independence from supervising pharmacist.
• Compounding sterile hazardous and chemotherapy preparations.

Skills

Independence

Hematology/Oncology knowledge

Patient Safety

Sterile Compounding knowledge

Inventory Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

20-hour ACPE accredited IV training course

Chemotherapy certification

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Job Title & Specialty Area: Pharmacy Tech III - IV Certified

Department: Central Inpatient Operations

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Full Time, Night Shift

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.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

The Pharmacy Technician III can function independently of the pharmacist (at least 85% of the time) and works in specialized areas, including hazardous sterile compounding, critical care, hematology/oncology, and emergency room.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve inquiries and questions (telephone and direct) within the limits of the law with at least 85% independence from the supervising pharmacist or team leader.
• Coordinates daily workflow in assigned area
• Assist in maintaining overall cleanliness and organization of work area and maintaining a continuous level of readiness for inspection by external groups.
• Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining the integrity of sterile compounding areas
• Maintain and monitor proper documentation of compounding, cleaning (including deactivations and decontamination of hazardous drugs), testing, and certification of equipment and compounding areas.
• Efficient operation of specialty machinery, equipment, and technology (e.g. baxa pumps, dispense prep and check)
• Proficient with understanding sterility testing systems, USP compounding standards, and state board of pharmacy rules related to sterile and hazardous compounding.
• Assists with ordering, managing, and monitoring drug inventory in a fiscally responsible manner and is cognizant of appropriate PAR levels in all medication storage areas.
• Participates in teaching activities, including but not limited to, precepting Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Students, Pharmacists, and other healthcare practitioners.
• Spends 90% of their time performing in at least one of the specialized roles listed below. Maintains competencies to perform in at least two other operation areas outside the primary work area.
• Sterile Compounding and Chemo Pharmacy Technician
• - Compounding, packaging, and labeling of sterile hazardous and chemotherapy preparations in accordance with USP regulations.
• - Competent and efficient in using closed-system drug-transfer devices (CSTD).
• - Trained on hazardous drug exposure and spill control, including treatment of individuals accidentally exposed to hazardous.
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Pharmacy Technician
• - Compounding, packaging, and labeling of sterile preparations in accordance with USP regulations; Able to perform pharmaceutical calculations in the execution of tasks.
• - Ability to compound medication in code situations.
• - Accurately prepares complex sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique. Delivers medications in a timely and efficient manner.
• Transitions of Care Pharmacy Technician
• - Promotes patient safety through accurate medication history intake.
• - Provide complete information regarding each medication identified (i.e., drug, dose, route, frequency, indication for PRN, and last dose taken date/time).
• - Obtains information through patient and patient family interviews. Leverage EMR data to identify previous medication refills.
• - Triages medication history intake by identifying patient acuity and by the direction of emergency medicine clinical pharmacists
  
  

Work Experience

• At least 5 years experience as a hospital pharmacy technician Required
  
  

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent Required
• 20-hour ACPE accredited IV training course Required
• Chemotherapy certification course (required for sterile and chemo tech role) Required
  
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) as a Registered Technician Required
• National Certification with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for ICU pharmacy technicians only Required
• Completion of PTCB-recognized medication history certificate exam (for transitions of care pharmacy technician) Preferred
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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