Job Description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

Provides direct support to IV sterile compounding pharmacists/infusion pharmacists and pharmacy staff in preparing orders, packaging and labeling, tracking inventory, and maintaining records in accordance to state regulations and Parkland Health procedures.

Minimum Specifications Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Must have three years of increasingly responsible pharmacy technician experience which includes 1 years of IV sterile compounding hospital experience including hazardous compounding.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification by exam from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCE) or the National Healthcare Association (ExCPT) is preferred

Must have current registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.

Required Tests for Placement

None

Skills or Special Abilities

Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of a PC, and be able to use word processing, data base and spreadsheet software.

Must be able to pass Pharmacy pre-employment math and spelling test with a minimum score of 80%.

Must know Texas pharmacy laws that relate to a Pharmacy Technician.

Must possess advanced knowledge and skills in the operation of equipment used in assigned areas.

Must be able to demonstrate computer skills for areas of responsibility.

Must be able to demonstrate report writing skills.

Must possess advanced knowledge of different types of drugs, medical and health care terminology.

Must be able to perform effectively within the areas of responsibility. 

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.