PRN Pharmacy Technician - Swing Shift

Advanced Specialty Hospitals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Advanced Houston Specialty Hospital is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician for our Spring, TX facility. The role involves preparing and dispensing medications under pharmacist supervision in a correctional healthcare setting.

The position requires a Texas Pharmacy Tech registration (or pharmacist intern), a high school diploma or GED, IV certification, and at least 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience, plus a valid driver’s license. Weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required.
• Minimum 1 year hospital pharmacy experience is required.
• IV certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and label medications for dispensing under pharmacist supervision.
• Process medication orders using institutional pharmacy software.
• Maintain accurate inventory of medications, supplies, and controlled substances.
• Deliver and restock medication carts or cabinets within the facility housing units or medical areas.
• Handle returns, destructions, and expired medications in compliance with protocols.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy work area.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, custody officers, and patients as needed.
• Adhere to strict security protocols at all times.
• Document and report medication discrepancies, shortages, or incidents per policy.
• Participate in quality assurance, audits, and compliance procedures.

Skills

Hospital experience

Medication handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas State Board of Pharmacy registration (Tech)

IV certification

Job description

Pay starting at $22.00

Schedule: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm (8 hour shifts as available and on weekends)

If you are a mission-driven security professional looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in correctional healthcare, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us provide top-tier medical and security services to a justice involved population!

Advanced Houston Specialty Hospital is looking for a part-time Pharmacy Technician to work at our newly renovated facility at 205 Hollow Tree Lane, Spring, TX .

Position Summary:

The Pharmacy Technician supports the preparation and distribution of medications and related functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in a secure correctional healthcare setting. This role plays a vital part in ensuring safe, accurate, and timely medication services to an incarcerated population, while maintaining compliance with institutional, state, and federal guidelines.

Essential Functions:

1. Prepare, package, and label medications for dispensing as prescribed, under pharmacist supervision

2. Process medication orders using institutional pharmacy software

3. Maintain accurate inventory of medications, supplies, and controlled substances

4. Deliver and restock medication carts or cabinets within the facility housing units or medical areas

5. Handle returns, destructions, and expired medications in compliance with protocols

6. Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy work area

7. Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, custody officers, and patients as needed

8. Adhere to strict security protocols at all times

9. Document and report medication discrepancies, shortages, or incidents per policy

10. Participate in quality assurance, audits, and compliance procedures

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required. Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required. Minimum 1 year hospital pharmacy experience is required. IV certification required. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements to include physical agility test and pass an annual background check.

Advanced Houston Specialty Hospital (AHSH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. AHSH participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

Job Identification: 74884

Job Category: Medical

Job Schedule: Part time