Pharmacy Technician II

Memorialhermann; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann provides pharmaceutical care in a hospital setting, supporting the pharmacist with medication preparation, dispensing, and patient communication. You will handle unit doses, inventory, sterile products, and ensure safety checks are followed in a dynamic environment.

The role requires attention to medical terminology, registration as a Pharmacy Tech or intern, and hospital experience. You will participate in continuous education and contribute to compassionate, efficient patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• ACPE IV Certification with 40-hour course in IV admixture preferred.
• Sterile Products Certification required if compounds sterile products.
• 1-2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Selects prescribed medications according to dosage and strength on patient file or cart-fill list.
• Receives merchandise and places into inventory.
• Monitors for out-of-stock or out-of-date inventory.
• Delivers medications to patient care areas.
• Inspects and maintains emergency medication trays.
• Packages and labels unit dose medications and maintains pre-pack records.
• Loads drugs into automated dispensing system and maintains inventory for non-automated areas.
• Responds to medication requests from nursing and other departments.
• Follows safety checks to ensure medications are compliant.
• Prepares sterile products aseptically when appropriate.
• Gathers medication history from patients when applicable.
• Manages pharmaceutical waste and credits returned meds where applicable.
• Under supervision, communicates with physicians about drug choices and interactions.
• Adheres to policies, budgets, and quality standards; supports department goals.
• Acts as preceptor/mentor to less experienced staff and promotes professional growth.
• Provides compassionate and personalized service to patients and colleagues.

Skills

Medical terminology

Hospital pharmacy experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pharmacy intern registration with Texas Board of Pharmacy

Pharmacy tech registration

ACPE IV Certification

Sterile Products Certification

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care by performing technical and clerical duties associated with the operation of the Pharmacy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Licenses/Certifications:
• Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required. ACPE I.V Certification with completion of 40-hour course in I.V. admixture preferred.
• Sterile Products Certification through accredited program is required if incumbent compounds sterile products.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
• 1- 2 years hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology.

Principal Accountabilities

• Selects prescribed medications according to dosage and strength indicated on patient medication file or cart-fill list.
• Receives merchandise and places into inventory.
• Monitors assigned areas for out-of-stock or out-of-date inventory.
• Delivers medications to the patient care areas.
• Inspects and maintains emergency medication trays.
• Packages and labels unit dose oral liquids/tablets, and maintains pre-pack records.
• Collects and loads drugs into an automated drug dispensing system (PYXIS). Maintains inventory for non-automated patient care areas.
• Responds to requests for medications from nursing personnel and other departments.
• Follows processes to ensure all medications are compliant to technology safety checks.
• Prepares sterile products in an accurate and aseptic manner when appropriate.
• Attends to customers as a liaison and gathers a medication history if applicable.
• Properly manage pharmaceutical waste.
• Credits patients for returned medications using the computer system, and returns the medication to inventory.
• If a registered intern: under direct supervision of a pharmacist, contacts and confers with physicians concerning the appropriate drug, dose, dosing interval, drug allergy and drug-drug interactions.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.