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Houston Methodist · 3 months ago

Pharmacy Technician - IV Cert -

US-TX-Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Houston Methodist is a leading healthcare provider known for its innovative medical practices and patient care. The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for a variety of pharmacy services related to medication acquisition, ensuring optimal patient safety and customer service.

Health CareMedical

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Completing a variety of routine pharmacy services related to medication acquisition

Triage phone calls

Repackage medications

Dispense medications

Label medications

Charge/credit medications

Compound medications

Inventory medications

Assist with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations

Contribute in department efforts to resolve drug related problems and maximizing patient care

Perform efficient and safe medication distribution functions

Provide support to the workflow and report any problems to the appropriate parties

Accurately document and complete paperwork for the assigned role/function

Report near misses and input errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends

Contribute to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities

Use resources efficiently; does not waste supplies

Participate in department projects activities and seek opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies

Qualification

IV CertificationTexas Pharmacy Technician RegistrationPharmacy Technician experienceComputer proficiencyCustomer service focusAccurate calculationsEnglish proficiencyInterpersonal skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required

IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various)

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for usual dosage determinations

Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, hospital/pharmacy related software, drug preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data processing units

Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

Preferred

Two years of college preferred

One year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

Company

Houston Methodist

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Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.houstonmethodist.org/

H1B Sponsorship

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2020 (10)