Pharmacy Technician I
Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported, and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below.
The Pharmacy Technician I works a rotating schedule Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The Pharmacy Technician I performs complex pharmaceutical assistance work to provide medications for our patients’. Work involves unit dose drug distribution, performing computer data entry, ordering and/or receiving pharmaceuticals, delivery of drugs, technical assistance, and clerical duties. The Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and reports to the Pharmacy Director. The Pharmacy Technician I is also under the general direction of the lead Pharmacy Technician for work assignments and training. There is moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for assigned property and must understand that duties, location of job assignment, and shift pattern are subject to change.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’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.

Essential Job Functions:
Attends 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 policy.
Willingly completes other duties as assigned within timeframes and standards established by supervisor.
Obtains clarification and assistance as needed to complete tasks.
Use pharmacy software to process medication orders, generate reports, including fill lists, and process return credits.
Fills medication dispensing machines with appropriate medications in a timely manner.
Delivers medication, including assessing needs for bulk items, and inspecting medication rooms.
Prepares discharge medication orders for dispensing.
Maintains proper records, storage, and security conditions for medications and pharmaceutical supplies.
Repackages bulk pharmaceuticals into unit dose packages.
Interacts with pharmacy staff and other hospital staff on a professional level.
Performs clerical duties, including audits, inventories, inspections, filing, and stocking.
Prepares, receives, and reconciles drug shipments, stocks medications, and reports drug shortages
Assists customers and coworkers, answers telephone, and responds to questions or requests.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’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.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge in medical and pharmaceutical nomenclature
Knowledge of pharmaceutical calculations, and the laws and regulations related to pharmacy operations
Ability to lawfully prepare prescriptions, to inventory supplies, and to train others.
Skilled in the operation of pharmaceutical equipment
Ability to use computer software for business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and data entry
Ability to communicate verbally and written
Ability to squat, bend, lift, walk up/down stairs, and carry 35 lbs.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Registered Pharmacy Technician with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Examiners in good standing.

Initial Selection Criteria:
Experience in pharmaceutical assistance work
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent preferred; education and experience may be substituted for one another.

Additional Information:
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. Vaccines may be provided. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

MOS Code:
38Q, HM, HS, 4P0X1
Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 38Q, HM, HS, 4P0X1. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.