Supplemental Pharmacy Technician - Varied shifts

Memorial Hermann; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in delivering pharmaceutical care and managing pharmacy operations. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and current pharmacy tech registration, alongside experience in a hospital setting preferred. This role emphasizes medication safety, inventory management, and customer care within a compassionate team environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• ACPE I.V Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Select prescribed medications according to dosage and strength indicated.
• Monitor assigned areas for out-of-stock or out-of-date inventory.
• Prepare sterile products accurately and aseptically when appropriate.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration

Sterile Products Certification

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

This position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care by performing technical and clerical duties related to pharmacy operations.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old; High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Tech registration or Pharmacist intern registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required. ACPE I.V Certification with a 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

• Select prescribed medications according to dosage and strength indicated on patient medication file or cart-fill list.
• Receive merchandise and place into inventory.
• Monitor assigned areas for out-of-stock or out-of-date inventory.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas.
• Inspect and maintain emergency medication trays.
• Package and label unit dose oral liquids/tablets, and maintain pre-pack records.
• Load drugs into an automated drug dispensing system (PYXIS) and maintain inventory for non-automated areas.
• Respond to medication requests from nursing and other departments.
• Follow processes to ensure medication safety compliance.
• Prepare sterile products accurately and aseptically when appropriate.
• Attend to customers as a liaison and gather medication history if applicable.
• Properly manage pharmaceutical waste.
• Process medication returns and credits using the computer system.
• If a registered intern: Contact and confer with physicians regarding drug therapy under supervision.
• Ensure safe patient care, adhering to policies, procedures, standards, and within budget, including time and supply management.
• Support professional growth through continuing education, mentorship, and supporting departmental goals.
• Create compassionate and personalized experiences, modeling Memorial Hermann’s service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.