TECHNICIAN PHARMACY II

Description

Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying.

Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state.

JOB DESCRIPTION

General Description

The mission of Metrocare Services is to serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying. We are an agency committed to quality gender-responsive, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing serious mental illness, development disabilities, and co-occurring disorders. Metrocare programs focus on the issues that matter most in the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Pharmacist in all functions pertaining to the pharmacy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job.

• All pharmacy technician functions, including upholding and enforcing all State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.
• Accurately and competently carry out all functions of all workflow stations (data entry, production and pickup).
• Contacting and conferring with Physicians concerning medication orders.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when helping consumers.
• Perpetuate inventory and records for regular medications.
• Must be proficient in all daily duties as outlined in the daily tasks document.
• Maintain a clean, organized pharmacy.
• Uphold all rules and regulations of Metrocare Services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Analytical skills, professional acumen, business ethics, thorough understanding of continuous improvement processes, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, and excellent communication skills.
• Precise, self-motivating, professional acumen, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, good communication skills.
• Must be able to speak in front of unfamiliar people.
• Alert, observant, dedicated, and able to take direction.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.

Mathematical Skills

• General math involved in dispensing medications
• Basic math skills required.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in pharmacy software system and other Metrocare applications.
• Ability to manage and utilize email system.
• Skilled at utilizing the online ordering process.
• Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to utilize Internet for resources.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Certificated Pharmacy Technician by Texas State Board of Pharmacy
• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas Driver License within three (3) months of employment.
• Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Center’s liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business. Must have an acceptable driving record.

Metrocare couldn’t have a great employee-first culture without great benefits. That’s why we offer a competitive salary, exceptional training, and an outstanding benefits package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan, including employer matching
• Health Savings Account, including employer matching
• Professional Development Allowance up to $1500 per year
• Bilingual Stipend – up to 6% of the base salary
• Many other benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serves while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free.

No Recruitment Agencies Please

Qualifications

Salary : $1,500