Pharmacy Technician

MedStar Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health company in the Houston area is seeking a Pharmacy Technician. This role involves technical and clerical tasks such as preparing IV therapies, conducting inventory, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have completed a pharmacy technician training program and possess good communication and mathematical skills.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability

Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program & DailyPay

401k

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program.
• 1-3 years of related pharmacy experience.
• General knowledge of drug terminology and pharmaceutical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates IV therapies and home medical equipment orders.
• Prepares labels and prescriptions, maintains records.
• Communicates supply inventories to the Pharmacist.

Skills

Communication

Mathematical skills

Knowledge of drug terminology

Education

Pharmacy technician training program

Job description

Pharmacy Technician

Job Locations

US-TX-HOUSTON

ID

2025-169011

Line of Business

Amerita

Position Type

Full-Time

Pay Min

USD $23.00/Hr.

Pay Max

USD $25.00/Hr.

Our Company

Amerita

Overview

Arranges technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation of labeling and dispensing pharmaceuticals as well as conducting inventory and quality assurance activities.

Schedule:
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 5:00pm

* Competitive Pay

* Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

* Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
* Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Employee Discount Program & DailyPay
* 401k

* Pet Insurance

Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules the preparation of IV therapies and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
• Helps organize patient care activities with Pharmacists, Nurses, other Technicians and Patient Care Coordinators.
• Prepares labels, prescriptions and compounding/mixing worksheets and completes and maintains product lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records.
• Generates delivery/pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist; picks and pulls supplies and home medical equipment.
• Obtains supply inventories from patients/clients, communicate information obtained to the Pharmacist as required, and document all communication in patient progress notes on the pharmacy computer system.
• Participates in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Adheres to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations, and standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved/accredited pharmacy technician training program; IV certification preferred
• One to three (1-3) years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting, retail, or pharmacy setting
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
• Effective mathematical and communication skills required
• Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and efficiently
• Valid driver's license, preferred

About our Line of Business

Amerita, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a specialty infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. Committed to excellent service, our vision is to combine the administrative efficiencies of a large organization with the flexibility, responsiveness, and entrepreneurial spirit of a local provider. For more information, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.

Salary Range

USD $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour