Pharmacy Technician I Certified - General Pharmacy

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a compassionate and efficient Pharmacy Technician I Certified. In this role, you will work under the guidance of Clinical Pharmacists, ensuring safe and effective pharmacy services. Your responsibilities will include preparing drug orders, maintaining accurate patient records, and providing essential pharmaceutical care. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient health in a dynamic environment. If you are dedicated to excellence in pharmacy services and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drug orders per physician request according to established policies.
• Verify computerized patient medication records accurately.
• Provide ambulatory pharmaceutical care services.

Skills

Pharmacy Experience

Patient Care

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Description

Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Operational Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform ONLY non-judgmental technical duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Prepare drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Verify computerized patient medication records accurately.
• Maintain accurate, complete patient drug records.
• Compound non-sterile pharmaceuticals.
• Provide services efficiently and in a timely fashion.
• Issue controlled substances to patient care areas and maintain records as required by law and institutional policies.
• Verify the daily activities of the department are complete and recorded.
• Maintain competency required for current job title/position.
• Maintain current technician license and ensure applicable CE records and licensure are kept in department files.
• Attend staff meetings and complete all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Serve as technician in specialty areas such as the operating room or outside pharmacy work areas.
• Provide ambulatory pharmaceutical care services such as anticoagulation clinics, transition of care, discharge medication reconciliation, etc.
• Perform outpatient distributive functions related to entering prescriptions, selecting medications, and coordinating delivery or pickup.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies.
• Read, extract, and interpret patient medical records accurately.
• Detect and report suspected adverse drug reactions promptly.
• Coordinate pharmacist drug education to patients and families.
• Participate in quality improvement and medication review activities, maintaining logs and records.
• Provide services efficiently and in a timely manner.

Occupational Hazards

• Potential exposure to hazardous substances and sharps.
• Risk of musculoskeletal injuries if proper techniques are not used.
• Potential exposure to biologic material during direct patient care activities.

Education/Skills

Job Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Pharmacy experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: Registered Pharmacy technician in the state of practice required; Certified pharmacy technician preferred.

Work Type: Part Time

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care