Registered Pharmacy Technician - Specialty - City Park (Days)

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Pharmacy Technician to join their Specialty Pharmacy team in Houston. This full-time position involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation, distribution, and record-keeping, ensuring that all tasks are performed safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and a commitment to maintaining high standards in medication management. With a focus on teamwork and safety, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients of all ages. Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern.
• 2 years of pharmacy technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions and prepare medications.
• Ensure proper delivery of pharmaceutical shipments.
• Maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies.

Skills

Medication Preparation

Pharmaceutical Distribution

Record Keeping

Customer Service

Education

Registered Pharmacy Technician License

Pharmacy Intern Certification

Job description

Position: Registered Pharmacy Technician - Specialty - City Park (Days)

Talent Area: Pharmacy

Full/Part Time: Full time

Location: Houston, TX, US

Department: Specialty Pharmacy

Job ID: 417608

We are searching for a Registered Pharmacy Technician -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will assist the pharmacist in the preparation related to the repackaging and compounding, filling, and delivery of medications, and other tasks associated with dispensing in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served (0-adult). This role also assists in the procurement, record keeping, storage, and distribution of all controlled substances.

Responsibilities:

1. Process prescriptions/medication orders and prepare medication.
2. Ensure proper distribution/delivery of pharmaceutical and supply shipments.
3. Deliver doses within established departmental time-frame standards.
4. Complete and document daily and monthly activity checklists, including checking for expired drugs, cleaning, and ordering supplies and forms.
5. Check all communication channels, including email and mailbox, every shift.
6. Complete daily filing, including medication and stop orders.
7. Work with Materials and Logistics to maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies.
8. Assist in implementing new formulations for manufactured and repackaged products, updating the Master Formulation Book, distributing or pulling stock, and maintaining the M&R computer program.
9. Perform weekly inspections of pharmacy areas to ensure adequate supply of drug accountability logs and study drugs, in preparation for scheduled patient visits.

As part of our commitment to safety, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Qualifications:

1. RPHT-TX - Registered Pharmacy Technician from the State Board of Pharmacy required, OR
2. PHAR INT - Pharmacy Intern
3. CPHT certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board preferred
4. At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience preferred