Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

The Pharmacy Technician supports the safe and efficient preparation of prescription medications by picking, labeling, scanning, and preparing finished prescriptions for final verification by a pharmacist. This role focuses on accurate order fulfillment, adherence to regulatory requirements, and maintaining a clean and organized work area while working at a high speed in a dynamic pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities

• Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently in a timely manner under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas, including prepack racks, according to prescription orders.
• Apply labels to blister cards and scan products to verify accuracy before final pharmacist review.
• Alert the pharmacist on duty about any medication or product that does not scan properly or appears incorrect.
• Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle or dispose of them according to established procedures.
• Prepack frequently ordered medications, label them, and store them appropriately during low-volume periods.
• Package materials and products manually to support pharmacy fulfillment operations.
• Maintain designated workstation areas in a clean and orderly condition and replenish all necessary stock supplies.
• Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA, to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code.
• Work overtime, holidays, and weekends as required or expected to meet operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support pharmacy operations and patient care.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work at a high speed while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Clear and active Texas Pharmacy Technician License issued by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, with the ability to maintain this license.
• Basic data entry skills for accurate prescription processing and medication tracking.
• Knowledge of pharmacy operations and fulfillment processes.
• Commitment to following HIPAA and other applicable regulations.
• Physical ability to stand for eight to ten hours per day and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Finger dexterity to operate office and pharmacy equipment.
• Visual acuity to see and read fine print, including close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear normal voice sounds to communicate effectively with team members and pharmacists.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential is preferred.
• Previous pharmacy technician experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a fulfillment or high-volume pharmacy environment is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain an orderly workstation.
• Reliability in attendance and flexibility to work alternating schedules, weekends, and extended hours as needed.

Work Environment

This role is based in a pharmacy setting with alternating weekly schedules. On weekdays, week one follows an opening shift from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and week two follows a closing shift from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Every other weekend, the schedule runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work involves prolonged standing for eight to ten hours per day, intermittent sitting, stooping, bending, and walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. The environment requires frequent use of finger dexterity to operate office and pharmacy equipment, close and color vision to read labels and fine print, and the ability to adjust focus. Normal voice hearing is necessary to communicate with pharmacists and team members. The workplace follows established safety, attendance, and dress code policies and operates under strict regulatory standards, including HIPAA, to ensure a professional, compliant, and patient-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Katy, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Katy, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Katy,TX.

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