PRN Pharmacy Technician

National Emergency Management and Response; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Emergency Management and Response seeks an experienced Pharmacy Technician to support service population care. The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a current national CPhT certification (PTCB or ExCPT).

Registration with the Texas State Board is preferred for deployments, with at least 3 years CPhT experience in hospital or community settings. Applicants must be eligible to work nationwide and demonstrate strong inventory, documentation, and collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; national CPhT certification (PTCB or ExCPT).
• Experience: At least 3 years CPhT in hospital or community pharmacy.
• Licensure/Registration: Current certification; TX Board registration preferred for some deployments.
• National deployment eligibility: Must be eligible to work Nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Follow EMR policies and procedures and maintain documentation.
• Maintain medication inventory, storage, and distribution.
• Communicate with health care providers and coordinate with medical staff.
• Maintain MARs and ensure accuracy of patient records.
• Adhere to safety and compliance standards; perform duties with professional integrity.
• Work with team in a fast-paced environment and be flexible with hours.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician

CPhT Certification

Team Collaboration

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PTCB/ExCPT Certification

TX State Pharmacy Registration (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Possess a nationally accredited (PTCB or ExCPT) Pharmacy Technician certification. Must hold current certification and be eligible to work Nationwide. Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy is preferred and may be required for some deployments.

Experience Requirement: Minimum 3 years CPhT experience in either hospital or community pharmacy required.

Required IC Courses

• ICS 100 – Introduction to Incident Command Systems
• ICS 200 –ICS for single resources and Initial Action Incidents
• ICS 700 – National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Introduction
• ICS 800 – National Response Framework, An Introduction
• *ICS 300 – Intermediate ICC for Expanding Incidents (must be completed upon hire)
• *ICS 400 – Advanced ICC Command and General Staff – Complex Incidents (must be completed upon hire) May be waived upon hire, however required to be completed within 3 months of hire or will be terminated due to noncompliance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
• Foster a culture that encourages team members to work safely, identify potential hazards, and report safety concerns immediately to their direct chain of command.
• Maintain active status within the agency’s platforms, including learning management systems to complete training that may be directed toward self-improvement, mission-specifics, or Just-In-Time (JIT) training.
• Execute assigned pharmacy services for the service population as prescribed by an advanced practice provider or physician and apply best practice guidelines to include but not limited to medication inventory, storage, distribution, and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with health care providers regarding care for service population and be a liaison between pharmacy and medical staff.
• Maintain adequate inventory of all medications/supplies, ensure medications/supplies are within date and properly stored.
• Dispose of all unused and expired medications properly according to established protocols.
• Maintain electronic/paper medical health care records as determined by event/deployment.
• Develop and maintain an accurate medication administration record (MAR) for each client.
• Assist in daily MAR audits, ensuring proper documentation. Reporting all medication errors utilizing chain of command.
• Compile daily medical lists and distribute to all designated staff.
• Maintain first aid kits per licensing standards, if applicable.
• Assist in medication intake/discharge process in collaboration with other medical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
• Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and sexually provocative behavior when observing colleagues and clients and implement professional response, reporting, and documenting procedures.
• Maintain active status within the agency’s web-based learning management system to complete trainings that may be directed toward self-improvement, mission-specifics, or Just-In-Time (JIT).
• Maintain and produce (when needed) all required professional certifications, licensures, memberships, military discharge, and/or Honorable Discharge upon request.
• Maintain ability to pass a clear NCIC, CAN background check to be eligible for specific deployments, if/when required.
• Adhere to acceptable standards of professional integrity and accountability in the workplace, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in all duties.
• Provide proof of valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing with no restrictions (subject to review annually).
• Demonstrate the ability to:
• Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, professionals, and clients.
• Maintain professional people skills and non-verbal communication skills.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, in English.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control and professional composure and making decisions based on the needs of the program and service population.
• Maintain intermediate to advanced computer literacy (specifically Microsoft Suite).
• Be detail oriented and organized.
• Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Utilize a variety of communication systems to provide situational awareness across the response (cellular, two-way radio, satellite, etc.).
• Perform physical activity such as extensive walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting and or exceeding 50 lbs.
• Work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (Ex. Weekends, evenings, holidays, in austere conditions).
• Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, exemptions, or declinations for the following:
• Influenza
• MMR
• Varicella
• HepB
• HepA
• Tetanus
• PPD, IGRA, or Chest X-ray
• Meningococcal (preferred)
• Must successfully pass a scheduled or spontaneous drug screening/background check.

Language: English (United States)

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.