Summary

Pharmacy Technicians/Trainees, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department. Pharmacy technicians/trainees assist the pharmacist in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy Technicians/trainees function in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines and state and federal regulations. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist.

Job description

Position Summary

Pharmacy Technicians/Trainees, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department. Pharmacy technicians/trainees assist the pharmacist in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy Technicians/trainees function in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines and state and federal regulations. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist.

Qualifications

Two years hospital or 1 year IV experience preferred
Knowledgeable of and complies with laws, rules and regulations that govern the practice of pharmacy
Ability to set priorities, meets deadlines, solves problems, adapts to changes within the work environment
An aptitude for working with other health care professionals
Willing to travel between STHS facilities
Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

High School diploma or GED required.
Current Texas State Pharmacy Technician Registration
Associate's Degree preferred
ASHP IV certification or, successful completion of an ACPE/ASHP accredited program within 180 days of hire if not already certified.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Current Texas State Pharmacy Technician Registration
Knowledgeable of and complies with laws, rules and regulations that govern the practice of pharmacy
Ability to set priorities, meets deadlines, solves problems, adapts to changes within the work environment
An aptitude for working with other health care professionals
Willing to travel between STHS facilities
Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct
Two years hospital or 1 year IV experience preferred
Associate's Degree preferred
ASHP IV certification or successful completion of an ACPE/ASHP accredited program within 180 days of hire if not already certified

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.