What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician II Float position at The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD?
Brief Description
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a certified Pharmacy Technician to embark on a rewarding healthcare career! Reporting directly to our dedicated Pharmacist-in-Charge, you will be an integral part of our dynamic team, providing essential services in the preparation of consumer prescriptions. This vital role adheres strictly to the rules and regulations set forth by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, ensuring the highest standard of service for our valued patients. Be part of our mission to promote health and wellness through the careful handling of prescriptions in our progressive and supportive work environment.
Your Role In Action
What qualifications you will need:
Other Key Qualifications
At The Harris center, we value growth and development, and as such, this role presents a unique opportunity for advancement to the role of Pharmacy Technician II! After successful completion of additional training, you'll not only gain increased responsibilities and skills but will also enjoy a commensurate pay increase. We're committed to fostering your professional journey and helping you achieve new career heights! This role also offers varied shifts, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and opportunities to serve during times of disaster, reflecting our round-the-clock commitment to health and wellness in our community.
This posting is associated with position #2733
What We Have To Offer
At The HARRIS CENTER, we don't just value your work — we value you. Our competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including retirement plans with company matching, are only the start. Join us, and you'll also benefit from generous PTO accrual with prior service credit, business casual dress code, corporate discounts, and even new hire referral bonuses. Plus, enjoy optional discounts on services like mobile phone plans, fitness centers, and wellness amenities. We're also a qualifying entity for several loan repayment programs for mental health professionals. At The HARRIS CENTER, you'll find more than a fulfilling career. You'll find an environment that nurtures your growth and prioritizes your well-being. Join us and experience the rewards of being part of our organization!
About Us
The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 80,000 people in fiscal year 2022 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.
As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.
By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,600 employees, The HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a certified Pharmacy Technician to embark on a rewarding healthcare career! Reporting directly to our dedicated Pharmacist-in-Charge, you will be an integral part of our dynamic team, providing essential services in the preparation of consumer prescriptions. This vital role adheres strictly to the rules and regulations set forth by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, ensuring the highest standard of service for our valued patients. Be part of our mission to promote health and wellness through the careful handling of prescriptions in our progressive and supportive work environment.
Your Role In Action
- Preparing prescriptions.
- Pre-packing of supplies, generating reports, & maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
- Conducts monthly unit inspections where medications are dispensed, stored, and administered. Identifies and retrieves outdated supplies
- Order pharmaceuticals and supplies in a manner that optimizes cost and contract compliance.
- Compliant with agency educational and licensure requirements.
What qualifications you will need:
- High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
Other Key Qualifications
- Pharmacy Technician I
- 3 years of related experience in working in a pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician required.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
- Current Certified Pharmacy Technician License through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy
- The person must have well-developed interpersonal, organizational skills, be a team player with a desire to provide quality work.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be computer literate and able to use software effectively.
- Should also demonstrate a proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills with ability to effectively converse and listen to others and construct clear and concise written communication.
- Ability to identify and offer solutions to resolve problems, using knowledge of the organization to identify helpful resources.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Act consistent with all legal requirements relating to pharmacy technician practice, including Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
- Refrain from any behavior that violates legal or professional ethical standards, including all criminal laws, Federal laws and agency regulations, and State laws and regulatory agency rules.
- Refrain from conduct that is threatening, intimidating, harassing, or deceptive when acting within a professional role.
- Maintain good standing with all applicable governmental or quasi-governmental agencies governing pharmacy technician practice.
At The Harris center, we value growth and development, and as such, this role presents a unique opportunity for advancement to the role of Pharmacy Technician II! After successful completion of additional training, you'll not only gain increased responsibilities and skills but will also enjoy a commensurate pay increase. We're committed to fostering your professional journey and helping you achieve new career heights! This role also offers varied shifts, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and opportunities to serve during times of disaster, reflecting our round-the-clock commitment to health and wellness in our community.
This posting is associated with position #2733
What We Have To Offer
At The HARRIS CENTER, we don't just value your work — we value you. Our competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including retirement plans with company matching, are only the start. Join us, and you'll also benefit from generous PTO accrual with prior service credit, business casual dress code, corporate discounts, and even new hire referral bonuses. Plus, enjoy optional discounts on services like mobile phone plans, fitness centers, and wellness amenities. We're also a qualifying entity for several loan repayment programs for mental health professionals. At The HARRIS CENTER, you'll find more than a fulfilling career. You'll find an environment that nurtures your growth and prioritizes your well-being. Join us and experience the rewards of being part of our organization!
About Us
The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 80,000 people in fiscal year 2022 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.
As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.
By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,600 employees, The HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.
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