Pharmacy Technician Relief

About the role

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a certified Pharmacy Technician PRN to embark on a rewarding healthcare career!

Reporting directly to our dedicated Pharmacist-in-Charge, you will be an integral part of our dynamic team, providing essential services in the preparation of consumer prescriptions. This vital role adheres strictly to the rules and regulations set forth by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, ensuring the highest standard of service for our valued patients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing prescriptions.
• Pre-packing of supplies, generating reports, & maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Conducts monthly unit inspections where medications are dispensed, stored, and administered.
• Identifies and retrieves outdated supplies.
• Orders pharmaceuticals and supplies in a manner that optimizes cost and contract compliance.
• Compliant with agency educational and licensure requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2 years of related experience working in a pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician and 1 year of experience doing independent pharmacy assistance program (PAP) functions.
• Must have some hospital pharmacy exposure.
• 2 years of retail pharmacy experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• Current Certified Pharmacy Technician License through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Well-developed interpersonal, organizational skills, be a team player with a desire to provide quality work.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate and able to use software effectively.
• Strong communication skills with ability to effectively converse and listen to others and construct clear and concise written communication.
• Able to identify and offer solutions to resolve problems, using knowledge of the organization to identify helpful resources.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Other Requirements

• The person must act consistent with all legal requirements relating to pharmacy technician practice, including Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
• Refrain from any behavior that violates legal or professional ethical standards, including all criminal laws, Federal laws and agency regulations, and State laws and regulatory agency rules.
• Refrain from conduct that is threatening, intimidating, harassing, or deceptive when acting within a professional role.
• Maintain good standing with all applicable governmental or quasi-governmental agencies governing pharmacy technician practice.

What Else You Should Know

• This role presents a unique opportunity for advancement to the role of Pharmacy Technician II!
• After successful completion of additional training, you'll not only gain increased responsibilities and skills but will also enjoy a commensurate pay increase.
• We're committed to fostering your professional journey and helping you achieve new career heights!
• This role also offers varied shifts, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and opportunities to serve during times of disaster, reflecting our round-the-clock commitment to health and wellness in our community.

What We Have To Offer

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including retirement plans with company matching.
• Business casual dress code.
• Corporate discounts.
• New hire referral bonuses.
• Optional discounts on services like mobile phone plans, fitness centers, and wellness amenities.
• We're a qualifying entity for several loan repayment programs for mental health professionals.

About Us

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 80,000 people in fiscal year 2022 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,600 employees, The HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.

Contributes to suicide care and prevention by embracing our values and applying a trauma-informed approach rooted in safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.