Pharmacy Technician

Medix; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician for our client in Houston. The role involves preparing medications, working in a clean room, and ensuring high standards of quality and accuracy.

There are 1st/Day shift (6am-3pm Monday through Friday) or 2nd shift (1pm-11:30pm Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shift). Training starts with 30–60 days, transitioning after IV Certification and background checks.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician with 1+ year hospital/compounding experience.
• Texas CPhT certification and IV certification.
• Ability to gown for long periods in a clean room.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound medications.
• Work in a clean room environment for extended periods.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technology.
• Apply critical thinking to identify and resolve issues related to processes or people.
• Uphold high integrity for quality in all tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Critical thinking

Strong initiative

Teamwork abilities

Good attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPhT Certification (TX)

IV Certification

Job description

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join their team. This role involves preparing medications, working in a clean room environment, and ensuring high standards of quality and attention to detail. Opportunities are available for both 1st and 2nd shifts, offering a structured schedule and potential for career advancement in a fast-paced, growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound medications as required.
• Work effectively in a clean room environment for extended periods.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technology.
• Apply critical thinking to identify and resolve issues related to processes or people.
• Uphold high integrity for quality in all tasks.

Qualifications

• CPhT Certification with the state of Texas.
• IV Certification.
• Comfortable being gowned up in a clean room for 6-8 hours a day.
• Good attitude and willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills and strong initiative.
• Critical thinking abilities.
• Leadership skills.
• High integrity for quality.

Experience

• 1+ years of pharmacy technician experience, ideally from a hospital or compounding environment.
• Experience in a fast-paced, growing environment is preferred.

Skills

• Comprehensive compounding skills.
• Proficiency in pharmacy operations and medication preparation.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and equipment.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
• CPhT Certification with the state of Texas.
• IV Certification.

Additional Requirements

• Scheduled shifts: 1st/Day shift (6am-3pm Monday thru Friday) OR 2nd shift (1pm - 11:30pm Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shift).
• Training: Primarily Monday & Tuesday 8am-5pm and Wednesday-Friday 6am-2:30pm for the first 30 to 60 days, before transitioning to the permanent shift upon obtaining IV Certification.
• Compliance requirements include a 10-panel drug screen and a background check.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

* As a job position within our Life Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk work environments (warehouse or industrial areas), high-risk/ high-error job duties that could result in life-threatening injury or death, operation of heavy-duty machinery, working with hazardous chemicals, exposure to other dangerous materials, such as drugs and sharp instruments. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.