Level II - Outpatient Pharmacy Technician
Children's Medical Center Plano
Plano, TX
$23+/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationChildrens60 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
- SettingOutpatient
Pay
Benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Pet insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- 2
- Other license in Texas
- Must reside in the state of Texas
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Pharmacy Tech II
First Pharmacy - Outpatient Operations
Plano, TX
Full Time, Day shift
Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the pharmacy technician team lead and pharmacists, the pharmacy technician II is responsible for preparing unit dose medications, compounding sterile preparations, and delivering medication to patient care units.
Responsibilities:
* Perform all pharmacy technician I responsibilities such as: Prepares non-sterile admixtures, including hazardous medications; Perform computer entry for missing doses, patient charges and credits, and other documentation; Deliver or restock medications; deliver pharmacist code box; assist in maintaining overall cleanliness and organization of work areas and maintaining a continuous level of readiness for inspection by external groups.
* Prepares parenteral products under the direction of a pharmacist. Utilizing aseptic technique adhering to USP 797 guidelines in accordance with policy.
* Maintains competency and aseptic technique validation per departmental policy.
* Prepares non-sterile admixtures, including hazardous medications.
* Answers phone calls and responds to the needs of the caller and/or directs them to the appropriate person for service.
* Ensure compounding/clean room areas and related equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and maintained in compliance with company policies and procedures.
* Delivers controlled substance medications to patient care areas according to Pharmacy guidelines and standards operating procedures. Replenishes medication carts and automated dispensing cabinets.
* Checks and maintains inventory levels; checks for expired/unusable products and disposes of them properly.
* Attains/maintains knowledge of all pharmacy computer systems, including electronic medical records (EMR), from the standpoint of a user of the system.
* Performs job responsibilities in accordance with organizational and departmental policies, procedures, performance improvement objectives, and environmental and infection control standards.
* Performs other related duties as assigned
This is a Full Time Evenings Shift position
WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 2 years pharmacy-related experience Req
EDUCATION
* High school diploma or equivalent Req
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Registration Req
* National Certification with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Pref
JOB PROFILE
* Through experience, has developed technical knowledge and skills to perform a variety of routine activities
* Understands how own duties relate to others in the team and has an awareness of how the team integrates with others
* Manages own workload by applying an understanding of team priorities; may provide assistance to less experienced colleagues
* Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area; evaluates and selects predefined solutions from established operating procedures
* Impacts the performance of own team through the quality of the services or information provided
* Follows standardized procedures and practices and receives regular but moderate supervision and guidance
* Communicates moderately complex technical information in straightforward situations
A Place Where You Belong
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:
· Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
· 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
· Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
· Caregiver Leave
· Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement >
Facility
Children's Medical Center Plano
- Childrens
- 60 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
Children's Health (Dallas)
About Plano, TX
- The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
- Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in Plano, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
- Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
- Plano offers a wide range of activities including world-class shopping, dining, museums, recreational opportunities, historic downtown with unique shops, street events, seasonal activities, art festivals, and the colorful Plano Balloon Festival.
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