Sup Registered Pharm Tech

Harris Health System, Inc.; Bellaire, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role involves preparing, counting, and packaging medications, including sterile preparations, and delivering them to patient care units.

Strong accuracy and familiarity with pharmacy processes are essential. Minimum qualifications include registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or licensure as a Pharmacist Intern; IV certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; registered with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or licensed as a Pharmacy Intern.
• IV Certification preferred.
• Must demonstrate absolute accuracy and precision in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dosage medications for dispensing, and unit dose packaging.
• Count pills/tablets, mix medications that require reconstitution, and prepare oral syringes.
• Compound sterile preparations and handle filing, inventory, and patient information verification.
• Deliver medications to patient care units and replenish automated dispensing cabinets.
• Answer phones, stock shelves, manage cash, and perform data entry.

Skills

CRT

Mathematics

Medical Terms

PC & Typing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IV Certification

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, helppharmacists prepare, and distribute prescribed medication and other health care products to patients and customers. Tasks include prepare dosage medications for dispensing into bottles/containers and unit dose packaging/repackaging, counting pills/tablets, mixing medications that need to be reconstituted with water, preparation of oral syringes, compounding sterile preparations, filing, inventory, medication delivery to patient care units, filling/replenishing automated dispensing cabinets, and the collection, organization, and verification of patient information. Clerical duties include answering phones, stocking shelves, cash collection/management, and data entry. The need for absolute accuracy and precision in all aspects of the job is essential to ensure patient health and safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED; Registered by and in good standing with Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician; or licensed by and in good standing with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist Intern. IV Certification preferred

Special Requirements:

• CRT, Mathematics, Medical Terms, PC and Typing.

Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays and Flexible