Pharmacy Tech Trainee

Medical Center Hospital3 months ago
Odessa, TX, United States
On-site
Part-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Description

Assist the Pharmacist and carry out authorized technical functions on a daily routine of the Pharmacy department involving the packaging, procurement, and distribution of all drugs guaranteeing quality patient care.

Education

  • Current registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee.
  • Register for the certified pharmacy technician exam within 6 months from the start of employment.
  • Must obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification from the Texas State Board of Pharmacy within 12 months of hire. Failure to obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician status within 12 months may result in termination from position.

Job Knowledge

  • Strong multi-tasking, basic computer skills, good customer service and communication skills needed.
  • Ability to prioritize work to meet customer needs.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations to perform accurate dosing.
  • Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions

A. The following physical activities are spent during a major portion of the day and it is a must that a person is in physical condition in order to accomplish given tasks:

ActivityPercentages of Time
StandX
WalkX
SitX
Use hands to finger, handle or feelX
Reach with hands and armsX
Climb or balanceX
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlX

Physical Demands

B. The job requires that certain amounts of weight be lifted, or force be exerted as noted in the following chart.

ActivityPercentages of Time
Up to 10 poundsX
Up to 25 poundsX
Up to 50 poundsX
Up to 100 poundsX
More than 100 poundsX

Potential Exposure

C. Potential exposure to hazardous, toxic substances, and sticks by needles or other sharp items.

Percentages of ExposureLess than 33%Less than 66%Over 66%
Carcinogenic (Cancer Causing)X
Allergenic (Allergy Causing)X

Location

Location: Medical Center Health System · Pharmacy

Schedule: PRN, Varied Shifts, variable hours

Required Skills

Time management
Good customer service
Mathematical calculations for dosing
Basic computer skills
Strong multi-tasking
Effective communication