Pharmacy Tech II

Nacogdoches Medical Center; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Nacogdoches Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Tech to prepare medications and communicate drug information to nursing staff. You will join a collaborative healthcare team aiming to enhance patient care.

This role requires a high school diploma and certification as a Pharmacy Technician registered in Texas. Responsibilities include ensuring safe medication preparation and maintaining competency in addressing patient needs.

The position offers a supportive environment focusing on professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Required Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician, Texas Pharmacy Tech Registration required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication upon receipt of prescription.
• Communicate drug information with nursing staff.
• Accurately assess and address patient needs.
• Demonstrate competency in preparation of medications.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Cultural and Spiritual Diversity Awareness

Technical and Critical Thinking Skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Job description

Overview

Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Nacogdoches Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Tech prepares medication, upon receipt of prescription, for use within the hospital. Enters drug information into pharmacy computer to establish patient drug regimes. Purchases pharmaceuticals and stocks pharmacy and ancillary departments with medications based on par levels. Communicates drug information with nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service Skills
• Enhances professional growth & development through participation in educational offerings.
• Complies with all applicable statutes, rules, & regulations, policies & procedures, and Corporate Ethics Program.
• Accurately assesses and effectively addresses patient needs.
• Recognizes and addresses the importance of cultural and spiritual diversity as a critical factor in patient’s response to communication, care, well being, illness, intervention and outcomes.
• Demonstrates competency in the technical and critical thinking skills in performing various care interventions.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of various tools/equipment used in the care of patients.
• Demonstrates competency in his/ her role in multidisciplinary collaboration in the provision of care.
• Demonstrates competency in the maintenance of a safe patient environment.
• Demonstrates competency in performing his/her role in the event of emergency.
• Demonstrates competency in the preparation of medications.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of safe patient environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Graduate or equivalent

Minimum Experience: None

Required Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician, Texas Pharmacy Tech Registration required.

Required Licensure: None needed until certified

Organization Description

Nacogdoches Medical Center has been serving the East Texas community for nearly 50 years with a focus on caring for patients and a strong team environment. Service lines at the hospital include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (including a cath lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatments) and weight loss surgery. These services help the medical center provide treatment options close to home for patients. Join our team!

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