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Houston Methodist · 3 months ago

Pharmacy Technician - IV Certified - FT Nights

US-TX-Baytown

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Houston Methodist is a full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients. The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for a variety of routine 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 which may include, but are not limited to triaging phone calls, repackaging medications, dispensing medications, labeling medications, charging/crediting medications, compounding medications, and inventorying medications

Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy department

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

Performs efficient and safe medication distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone triage, repackaging of medications, labeling medications, charge/credit of medications, compounding medications, and inventory of medications

Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for the assigned role/function

Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks

Participates in department projects activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Technician

Qualification

IV CertificationTexas Pharmacy Technician RegistrationPharmacy Technician experienceComputer knowledgeCustomer service focusAccurate calculationsInterpersonal skillsEffective communication

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

Health Services\IV Certification - Intravenous certification (ACPE)

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/

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