Pharmacy Technologist: Sterile Compounding & Patient Care

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Huntsville, TX seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists with drug distribution, sterile compounding, and clinical services. This role involves preparing unit-dose medications, handling automated systems, and ensuring accurate, safe dispensing for diverse patient populations.

You will participate in inventory management, record keeping, and compliance with USP standards while collaborating with healthcare teams in a standard pharmacy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• Registered as a Pharmacist Intern with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• ACPE approved IV (sterile products) certification.
• Two years pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares unit-dose medications specific to patient needs including weight, allergies, and age.
• Retrieves and delivers medication orders and supplies.
• Prepares sterile products utilizing aseptic technique and USP 797 standards.
• Compounds bulk and extemporaneous pharmaceuticals following USP 795 standards.
• Operates automated technology including compounding, repackaging, cartfill and Automated Drug Systems.
• Communicates with pharmacy staff, healthcare professionals, and patients across age groups.
• Maintains adequate drug inventories and notifies staff of shortages.
• Performs quality assurance/improvement audits.
• Maintains a neat, clean, organized work area.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

HS diploma

TSBP Pharmacy Technician registration

Pharmacist Intern registration

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Huntsville, TX seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists with drug distribution, sterile compounding, and clinical services. This role involves preparing unit-dose medications, handling automated systems, and ensuring accurate, safe dispensing for diverse patient populations.

You will participate in inventory management, record keeping, and compliance with USP standards while collaborating with healthcare teams in a standard pharmacy environment.