Employment Type : Full-Time
Harris Health is a nationally recognized health system comprising three teaching hospitals and an extensive network of ambulatory care centers serving the people of Harris County, Texas, since 1966. Staffed by the faculty, fellows and residents from two nationally ranked medical schools, Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), Harris Health is the first healthcare system in Houston to receive the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) designation for its network of patient-centered medical homes. Each year, Harris Health provides more than 1.8 million total outpatient visits through its more than 40 ambulatory care facilities. Additionally, Harris Health sees more than 177,000 emergency visits at its Level 1 and Level 3 trauma centers and 35,000 hospital admissions through its two hospitals: Ben Taub and LBJ. Established by voter referendum to enhance the level of charity care available in the community, Harris Health System has often received national recognition for serving those in need and for its achievements in operational excellence, such as being named to the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Most Wired Hospitals lists by the American Hospital Association’s Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. Additionally, Harris Health System is pleased that each of its hospitals — Ben Taub and Lyndon B. Johnson — achieved Pathway to Excellence™ designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. JOB SUMMARY: Prepare and dispense prescribed medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist while ensuring excellence in patient care, patient safety and patient satisfaction. Adhere to all state, federal, organizational, and departmental regulations and guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Successful completion of technician competency as defined by management; High School Diploma/GED; Registered by Texas State Board of Pharmacy & in good standing; IV certification preferred, MTM Certification preferred
Work Experience (Years and Area): Minimum 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Technician; 2 years experience as Pharmacy Technician preferred
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Other Skills: Mathematics, Medical Terms, P.C.
Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexibl, Overtime, Travel