Pharmacy Technician

About the Role

Houston Methodist West Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the second shift, which includes every other weekend. This role is responsible for routine pharmacy services related to medication acquisition, ensuring optimal patient safety and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Triaging phone calls
• Repackaging medications
• Dispensing medications
• Labeling medications
• Charging/crediting medications
• Compounding medications
• Inventorying medications
• Performing efficient and safe medication distribution functions
• Supporting pharmacy workflow and reporting problems
• Accurately documenting and completing paperwork
• Reporting "near misses" and inputting errors promptly
• Contributing to the identification of corrective actions and improvement activities
• Using resources efficiently and not wasting supplies
• Recommending solutions to achieve departmental objectives
• Independently managing time effectively and prioritizing daily tasks
• Participating in department projects and activities
• Seeking opportunities to expand learning and focus on continual development

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficient computer knowledge
• Ability to operate multiple computer systems, including:
• Hospital/pharmacy related software
• Drug preparation pumps/devices
• Packaging and labeling machines
• Automated drug dispensing equipment
• Prescription balances
• Portable data processing units

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education (e.g., GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education)
• Two years of college preferred
• Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required
• Demonstrates skills and competencies for safe job performance
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers with a customer service focus
• Proficient in performing accurate calculations for dosage determinations
• Strong interpersonal and team player skills

Supplemental Requirements

• Work Attire: Scrubs
• On-Call: No (Note: Employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies)
• Travel: No (May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area, but not specified as required)