Pharmacy Technician I

Company: Texas State Job Bank
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

Job/Position DescriptionPharmacy Technician I - Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for performing entry level pharmaceutical assistance work duties. Work involves performing pharmaceutical stock keeping, delivery, technical assistance, and clerical duties. The Pharmacy Tech I will work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Performs related work as assigned. Assists the Pharmacist with receiving, storing, and preparing meds for distributing. The Pharmacy Tech I is responsible for adhering to standards of professional, legal and ethical practice, all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and/or guidelines of HHSC, Texas State Board of Pharmacy and Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center. Performing computer data entry, pharmaceutical stock ordering and maintenance, inventory supplies, unit dose distribution, delivery, technical assistance, clerical duties process Medicare part D claims. Provide treatment of HHS employees injured in the course and scope of employment. Essential Job FunctionsAttends Work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Assist staff pharmacist in various aspects of technical aspects of outpatient prescription work (type pass/furlough/discharge prescriptions), assist in distribution of medication (e.g.: filling medication carts for inpatient via cart exchange). Performs daily delivery of medications to the homes. Restock vials and bags for medication. Repackage bulk drugs into unit-dose for in-patient use. Performs med-room inspections and supply medication for after-hour med-room. Monthly maintenance of adequate inventory and receive medications in accordance with CCSSLC policies and procedures. Provides technical and clerical support to the pharmacist by preparing outpatient prescriptions and run/review some report; reviews and inputs drug orders into the computer system, receives and reconciles drug order shipments for accuracy, integrity and expiration dates; fills and maintains drugs in the mini cart for after-hours medication needs; keeps pharmacy equipment and work areas clean and neat. Provide treatment of HHS employees injured in the course and scope of employment. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencyand#146;s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsCertified Pharmacy Technician (C.Ph.T) credentials are a job requirement. Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Knowledge Skills AbilitiesKnowledge of pharmacy technology, medical and pharmaceutical terms. Knowledge of mathematical calculations applicable to pharmacy practice. Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing pharmacy operations. Knowledge of UPS rules and regulations. Knowledge of agency policies, rules, and regulations. Skills in typing. Skills in the operation of pharmaceutical equipment. Ability to prepare prescription orders. Ability to inventory pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Ability to learn the pharmacy medication software (e.g. Worx). Ability to learn the Computer Inventory System. Ability to adapt to https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job\_profile.cfm?szOrderID=494683 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.

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