Pharmacy Tech / Medication History Tech / FT / Days

UHS; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits

401(k) with employer match

Student loan program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Under supervision, you will participate in medication administration alongside clinical staff, support medication safety, and contribute to a patient-centered pharmacy operation within a 495-bed hospital.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy prior to start of employment.
• 0-2 years experience in pharmacy services; hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Demonstrates high level of organizational skills.
• Demonstrates independent functioning.
• High school graduate or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Participates with pharmacists, nursing, and medical staff to provide safe, accurate and timely medication administration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent functioning

Reading & writing English

Education

Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

High school diploma or equivalent

0-2 years experience in pharmacy services

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

Position: Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technicians, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department. Pharmacy Technicians assist the pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy Technicians function in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines and state and federal regulations. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Participates with pharmacists, nursing, and medical staff to provide safe, accurate and timely medication administration

Benefit & Rewards Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

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Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations Required:

• Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy prior to start of employment
• 0-2 years experience in pharmacy services; hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Demonstrates high level of organizational skills
• Demonstrates independent functioning
• High school graduate or equivalency

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

1. Ability to read and write in English
2. Ability to speak and hear, to allow discussions with employees and peers.
3. Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress
4. Ability to respond to pages
5. Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
6. Bending and lifting (25 lbs), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
7. Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately. Ability to work cooperatively with hospital and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work8. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions and respond quickly to emergency requests.
8. Potential exposure to agents and toxic chemicals

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.