Pharmacy Technician II - FT

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Emotional support

Physical wellness

Spiritual guidance

Financial benefits

Career development

Community involvement

On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)

Discounted Pharmacy Cost

Cash Retention Bonus

Employer retirement match

PTO & Extended Illness

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II to support Pharmacists and staff in providing quality patient care. The technician will distribute medications, process orders, and assist with IV preparations in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining logs, inventory control, and accurate data entry into the EHR. Strong attention to detail and clear communication are essential for patient safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of Texas Board of Pharmacy.
• IV Certification or completion of UMCHS Pharmacy Medication Reconciliation Program within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to new employees or pharmacy students as directed by pharmacists or supervisor.
• Process medication orders and requests, gather and dispense medications, fill prescription orders.
• Deliver drugs to assigned units.
• Maintain daily pharmacy logs.
• Assist in inventory control, answer phones, and other duties by Pharmacist/Supervisor.
• Prepare IV medications per USP 797/800 regulations.
• Ensure IV rooms are cleaned and documented per USP 797/800.
• Enter patient medication history into the EHR.
• Ensure accuracy of medication history.
• Report inaccuracies or safety concerns to the pharmacist.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Board of Pharmacy registration

IV Certification

UMCHS Medication Reconciliation Program certificate

Tools

EHR system

Job description

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Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician II assists the Pharmacist and other hospital staff in providing quality care to patients by applying knowledge and training of medication distribution.

Reports to:

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Provide training to new employees and/or pharmacy students as directed by pharmacists or supervisor
• Accurately process medication orders and requests, gather and dispense medications, fill prescription orders
• Deliver drugs to assigned units
• Maintain daily pharmacy logs
• Assist in inventory control, answer phones, and other assigned duties by the Pharmacist and/or Pharmacy Supervisor
• Prepare IV medications in accordance with USP 797/800 regulations
• Ensure IV rooms are cleaned and documented in accordance with USP 797/800
• Obtain and enter medication history for patient into electronic format within EHR
• Ensure accuracy of medication history for patient
• Identify and report to pharmacist any noted inaccuracies, duplicates, or other safety concerns generated from medication history
• All other assigned duties related to Pharmacy Compliance Education and Experience-

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
• Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of Texas Board of Pharmacy
• Certificate of completion of a nationally recognized IV Certification Program OR
• Certificate of completion of UMCHS Pharmacy Medication Reconciliation Program (if hired specifically for pharmacy med rec position, Must complete certificate within 90 days of hire into the role)

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated combination of training and experience that requires concentration, accuracy, and discipline
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Daily interaction with other staff within the Pharmacy department. Works closely with clinics, nursing units, EMS, and other hospital staff as required.

Physical Capabilities

Work is of light demand; involves lots of walking on the health center campus. Must possess near visual acuity to read documents and computer records. Ability to lift up to 10pounds.

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures. Hours of duty may be irregular to accommodate departmental requirements.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates