Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician to provide pharmacy support services at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, TX. The Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to process prescriptions, prepare medications, assist patients, maintain inventory, and ensure safe and accurate pharmacy operations while supporting quality patient care.

General Duties

• Perform duties within the scope of Pharmacy Technician responsibilities under pharmacist supervision.
• Comply with all contract requirements, DHA policies, pharmacy regulations, and facility procedures.

Specific Duties

• Receive, review, and process prescription orders.
• Prepare, package, label, and dispense medications accurately.
• Enter prescription information into pharmacy systems and maintain patient records.
• Assist patients with medication-related questions and provide customer service.
• Maintain medication inventory, stock supplies, and monitor expiration dates.
• Follow pharmacy safety, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.

Qualification

Degree

• Certificate as a Pharmacy Technician from an approved training program.

Education

• Graduate from a formal Pharmacy Technician program accredited by the (ASHP); or
• Graduate from a formal Pharmacy Technician program (technical, hospital-based, or retail-based); or
• Successfully complete a formal U.S. Military Medical Services Pharmacy Technician training program.

Certification

• Current certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - Active.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of Pharmacy Technician experience within the last two (2) years following completion of training.
• Experience performing prescription processing, medication preparation, inventory management, and pharmacy support services in a hospital, outpatient, military, or retail pharmacy setting is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of pharmacy operations and medication dispensing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and data entry.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Schedule

• Full-time
• 40 hours per week
• Hospital operates 24/7
• Rotating 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts
• Days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and training holidays may be required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive hand movements, lift up to 25 pounds, and accurately handle medications and pharmacy supplies.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a military hospital or outpatient pharmacy with frequent interaction with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients while maintaining strict medication safety and confidentiality standards.

Immunization Requirements

Must meet all DHA/CRDAMC occupational health requirements, including required immunizations and annual health screenings.

Security Requirements

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain required background clearance, Common Access Card (CAC), and complete all mandatory DHA/Army security and HIPAA training.

Compensation included health and welfare benefits.

Compensation: $22.50 - $26.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.