Supplemental Pharmacy Technician - Varied Shifts

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Memorial Hermann as a Pharmacy Technician, where you will assist pharmacists and ensure the safe delivery of medications. This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, along with pharmacy technician registration in Texas. Contribute to a healthier community while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current Pharmacy Tech registration in Texas required.
• 1-2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas.
• Prepare sterile products aseptically when appropriate.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care by performing technical and clerical duties associated with the operation of the Pharmacy.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required.
• ACPE I.V Certification with completion of 40-hour course in I.V. admixture preferred.
• Sterile Products Certification through an accredited program is required if the incumbent compounds sterile products.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• 1-2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

Principal Accountabilities

• Selects prescribed medications according to dosage and strength indicated on patient medication file or cart-fill list.
• Receives merchandise and places into inventory.
• Monitors assigned areas for out-of-stock or out-of-date inventory.
• Delivers medications to patient care areas.
• Inspects and maintains emergency medication trays.
• Packages and labels unit dose oral liquids/tablets, and maintains pre-pack records.
• Loads drugs into an automated drug dispensing system (PYXIS) and maintains inventory for non-automated areas.
• Responds to medication requests from nursing and other departments.
• Ensures all medications are compliant with safety checks.
• Prepares sterile products aseptically when appropriate.
• Attends to customers as a liaison and gathers medication history if applicable.
• Manages pharmaceutical waste properly.
• If a registered intern: contacts and confers with physicians regarding medication details under supervision.
• Ensures safe care in adherence to policies, procedures, standards, and within budget.
• Supports professional growth, meets continuing education requirements, and serves as a mentor or resource.
• Creates compassionate and personalized experiences, modeling Memorial Hermann’s service standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.