Pharmacy Tech II

About the role

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. The Pharmacy Tech II assists in preparing, packaging, delivering and charging of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fills medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner
• Assures all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing
• Responds appropriately to requests for STAT orders, routine orders, department requests and ADC stock out bulletins
• Accurately stock ADCs in a timely manner
• Prepares and labels oral medications and extemporaneous preparations
• Prepares IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products accurately consistent with IV policies and procedures
• Restocks medications in IV room and conforms to IV cleaning schedule
• Interprets medication labels to compounds, prepares and maintains records of transactions
• Prepares outpatient prescriptions for review by pharmacist
• Prepares unit dose tablets capsules and liquids, and surgical drugs and other specialty drug trays
• Assists the pharmacist with the dispensing of controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records
• Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Graduate or equivalent; accredited training in sterile products preparation.

Minimum Experience: Pharmacy experience

Preferred Experience: Two years hospital experience

Required Certifications/Licensure: Possession of current Texas State Board of Pharmacy Technician License; Pharmacy Technician Certification (depending on state regulations) required.