What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Tech position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a variable shift, part-time, Pharmacy Tech in Athens, TX
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level IV stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit, radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.
Explore Career Pathways for Pharmacy Professionals:
Responsibilities
- The pharmacy technician, under the supervision of a pharmacist, will assist in the technical and non-clinical aspects of preparing medications for dispensing and assist in pharmacy operations.
- Can participate as a member of a team with reliability and punctuality.
- Does related work, as required.
- Maintain competency in the compounding of sterile IV medications.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School graduate or GED.
- 2 year’s previous hospital pharmacy technician experience (inclusive of training programs).
- Completion of sterile compounding training/competency (as required by State BOP).
- Active Registered Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Board of Pharmacy, if required by state of employment.
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT).
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.