Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem (PRN) - JPS Correctional Pharmacy

VytlOne; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

VytlOne is seeking a compassionate Per Diem Pharmacy Technician for the JPS Correctional Health Pharmacy in Fort Worth, TX. This PRN role supports inmate medication dispensing, EMR order processing, and inventory control in a fast-paced correctional setting.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, Texas Pharmacy Technician registration, and PTCB or NHA certification, with inpatient or correctional pharmacy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Active Texas Pharmacy Technician registration.
• PTCB or NHA certification required.
• Prior inpatient/correctional or high-volume experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fill, package and prepare inmate medications.
• Process requests through the EMR system.
• Handle controlled substances per regulations.
• Manage inventory and restock as needed.
• Assist with medication pass preparation.
• Troubleshoot medication issues as they arise.
• Maintain compliance with security and pharmacy standards.
• Answer phones promptly and courteously.
• Participate in orientation, training, and team meetings.
• Keep the pharmacy clean and orderly.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

EMR experience

Correctional/inpatient exp

Background check clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN– Per Diem (PRN) - JPS Correctional Health Pharmacy

We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and customer‑focused Per Diem (PRN) Pharmacy Technician to work per diem (PRN) shifts as needed in the JPS Correctional Pharmacy in Fort Worth, TX. The ideal certified pharmacy technician would be available to work 8-12 hour shifts in both the daytime and overnight. Estimated would be approximately 3 shifts per week but that can change based on staffing needs. Prior pharmacy experience is required, along with flexibility to work as needed in a fast‑paced environment. The pharmacy is managed by VytlOne.

JPS

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax‑supported health care system for Tarrant County in North Texas. Licensed for 578 beds, the network includes an acute care hospital and more than 40 community based clinics, including 19 school based clinics. John Peter Smith Hospital is home to Tarrant County’s first and only Level 1 Trauma Center, its only psychiatric emergency services site and has the largest hospital based family medicine residency program in the nation.The JPS Correctional Pharmacy is one of a number of JPS pharmacies managed by VytlOne.

Our Company

We're VytlOne and we’re building a different kind of pharmacy company. We’re transforming the pharmacy industry to create healthier lives through purposeful engagement across Pharmacy Benefit Management, Pharmacy Management, Specialty Pharmacy, 340B, Rebate and Formulary Management, and Pharmacies. We put people first and are committed to providing outstanding service across all aspects of our business. We believe there's a better way to deliver pharmacy and healthcare services to people across the country, and we'd love for you to help us do it.

Our Locations

The VytlOne workforce brings robust experience, diverse perspectives and passion from over 1,600 employees working all over the US in pharmacies, hospitals, home offices, or corporate offices.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (These duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position):

The PRN Pharmacy Technician will provide as‑needed support within the correctional health pharmacy, including:

• Filling, packaging, and preparing inmate medications
• Processing requested orders through EMR system
• Controlled substances handling per regulations
• Inventory management and unit restocking
• Assisting with medication pass preparation
• Troubleshooting medication issues
• Maintaining compliance with all security and pharmacy standards
• Answer telephones quickly and with courtesy.
• Participate in pharmacy orientation programs, training programs for Pharmacy Technicians, pharmacy staff meetings, in-service educational programs and other committees and functions as required by the facility and pharmacy department.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the pharmacy

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration with the Texas Board of Pharmacy
• Must be PTCB or NHA certified
• Prior inpatient, correctional, or high‑volume pharmacy experience preferred
• Must pass background check for correctional health facility

Scheduling Expectations

• PRN, as‑needed coverage for call outs and or preplanned PTO
• May include weekends, evenings or overnight (7pm-7am based on operational need)
• No guaranteed minimum hours

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