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Senior Pharmacy Technician – Retail (Medical Center)
Location: MD Anderson Cancer Center
The Pharmacy Division is committed to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while partnering with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, we lead the way in delivering premier, patient-centered pharmaceutical care. Our team embraces new technologies, continuous learning, and a culture of caring to elevate the quality of services we provide.
The Ideal candidate is an experienced Pharmacy Technician with at least two years of hands-on experience in a retail, infusion, or hospital pharmacy setting. They bring a strong understanding of specialized pharmacy functions and maintain active registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP). A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a proven ability to adapt within a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
Working Hours
The Working hours will be 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (4 days/week; includes weekends & holidays). Onsite required.
Hourly Breakdown: Minimum - $23.80 – Midpoint - $29.81 – Maximum - $35.82
At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one:
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
Why Us?
Working in MD Anderson’s Retail Pharmacy means joining a team that directly supports patients and families during some of the most important moments of their care. Our technicians play a vital role in ensuring timely, safe, and compassionate service—right at the point where clinical excellence meets patient convenience. You’ll work alongside world-class clinicians, use innovative pharmacy technologies, and contribute to a mission-driven organization recognized globally for cancer treatment and research. At MD Anderson, your work has purpose, your voice matters, and your growth is supported every step of the way.
Key Responsibilities
Job-Specific Competencies
- Medication Processing & Accuracy
- Handle complex insurance processes including HAR creation, URN, PFA, and PAP
- Prepare ATC, ambulance, non-sterile compounds, Investigational medications, and chemotherapy accurately
- Maintain 95% accuracy and meet all productivity guidelines
- Ensure productivity stats remain within 20% of area averages (Order Entry, Tech Dispensing, POS, Delivery)
- Handle complex insurance processes including HAR creation, URN, PFA, and PAP
- Training & Support
- Participate in training new and current pharmacy employees
- Participate in training new and current pharmacy employees
- Inventory & Supply Management
- Receive and stock medications and supplies from wholesalers and Inventory Control
- Process returns and recalls with appropriate vendors
- Monitor and adjust inventory during the fill process to ensure adequate stock levels
- Receive and stock medications and supplies from wholesalers and Inventory Control
- Communication & Issue Resolution
- Notify and coordinate with MDA personnel and external vendors to resolve issues promptly
- Notify and coordinate with MDA personnel and external vendors to resolve issues promptly
- Additional Responsibilities
- Perform standard technician duties
- Perform standard technician duties
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Education Preferred: Certificate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program or two years of college credit.
Licensure Required: Current Pharmacy Technician Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).
Experience Required: Two years pharmacy technician experience in a hospital, infusion center or retail pharmacy.
Preferred Experience: Pharmacy experience in a variety of specialized areas and functions.
Supervision Given: None.
Supervision Received: Technician Supervisor.
Other Required:
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by
Salary : $24 - $36
