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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Pharmacy Technician II in Austin, Texas
Job/Position DescriptionPharmacy Technician II:Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! The State Hospital System, under the HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The HSCS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and evidence-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan. Apply now to join our team.The Pharmacy Technician II performs highly-complex (senior-level) pharmaceutical assistance work with pharmacist review and supervision as required by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy. Work involves inventory management, preparing medications for a pharmacist final check, delivering medications to patient areas, conducting medication area inspections, providing technical assistance, and performing clerical duties. Provides guidance to others as needed. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment within the boundaries allowed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Responsible for adhering to standards of professional, legal and ethical practice and all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and/or guidelines of the hospital, HHSC and Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP). Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencyand#146;s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.Prepares prescription drugs pursuant to medication orders with final pharmacist check prior to dispensing. Prepares bulk medications via unit-dosing equipment and supplies. Distributes patient medication and stock supplies to medication storage areas timely and accurately. Provides customer service support, to include; answering telephone calls and assisting in person with requests.Enters and reviews medication information, prescriptions, and directions for use into databases or patient profiles, with the pharmacist providing the final verification.Manages the pharmacy inventory by placing orders, receiving and reconciling shipments, and updating the pharmacy software. Sets and adjusts par levels based on usage. Monitors inventory routinely to remove expired or excess medication. Arranges for pharmacy waste and expired medications to be removed through authorized vendors.Maintains files (i.e. invoices, outpatient prescriptions, controlled substance records) as required by the TSBP and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) regulations, and hospital policy.Prepares reports as requested by the Director of Pharmacy.Maintains pharmacy equipment and medication preparation areas orderly with routine sa https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=607388 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.