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Pharmacy Technician
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Posted on: Nov 04, 2026
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Houston, Texas
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
Pharmacy Technician
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Houston Texas United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Job Description
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\nAt Houston Methodist, the Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for completing a variety of routine pharmacy services related to medication acquisition which may include, but are not limited to triaging phone calls, repackaging medications, dispensing medications, labeling medications, charging/crediting medications, compounding medications, and inventorying medications. This position ensures optimal patient safety and customer service. \n
\n Non-exempt\n
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QUALIFICATIONS\n
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EDUCATION\n
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- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) \n
- Two years of college preferred \n
EXPERIENCE\n
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- Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred \n
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS\n
Required\n
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- Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and \n
- IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers \n
SKILLS AND ABILITIES\n
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- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations \n
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security \n
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles \n
- Proficient in performing accurate calculations required for usual dosage determinations \n
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, hospital/pharmacy related software, drug preparation pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data processing units \n
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers \n
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. \n
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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- Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy operations and to support the workflow needs of the pharmacy department. \n
- Contributes in department efforts to resolve drug related problems and maximizing patient care. \n
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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- Performs efficient and safe medication distribution functions such as, but not limited to: telephone triage, repackaging of medications, labeling medications, charge/credit of medications, compounding medications, and inventory of medications. \n
- Provides support to the workflow and reports any problems to the appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork for the assigned role/function. \n
- Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. \n
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives. \n
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. \n
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
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- Participates in department projects activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Technician. \n
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SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS\n
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- \n WORK ATTIRE\n
- Uniform: No \n
- Scrubs: Yes \n
- Business professional: No \n
- Other (department approved): No \n
- On Call* No \n
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No \n
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No \n
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ON-CALL*\n
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.\n
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TRAVEL**\n
**Travel specifications may vary by department**\n
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EDUCATION\n
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- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) \n
- Two years of college preferred \n
EXPERIENCE\n
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- Zero experience; one year of Pharmacy Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred \n
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS\n
Required\n
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- Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration or Texas Registered Pharmacist Intern required and \n
- IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers \n
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Company Profile:
\nHouston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.
\nHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Position Details
Posted:
Nov 04, 2026
Reference Number:
be8056a30a381576
Employment:
Full-time
City:
Houston
Job Origin:
ziprecruiter
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