Pharmacy Technician

1w1 week ago

Planned Systems International

Taylor, US · Full-time · $36,000 – $48,000

About this role

Cognito LLC, a Planned Systems International joint venture, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support the ICE Health Services Corps at T. Don Hutto Detention Center in Taylor, TX. As a civilian contractor, utilize abilities to provide safe delivery of high-quality health care to those in ICE custody. IHSC serves as medical experts for ICE detainee health care under DHS.

Responsible for provision of full range of pharmacy services at the facility and ensuring compliance with IHSC Pharmaceutical Services Directive and Guide. Perform all duties related to preparation and dispensing of medication orders. Provide direct care to patients within discipline Scope of Practice and current accepted practice.

Join Cognito, a Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture between QuarterLine Consulting Services and Resolution Think, committed to high-quality service and world-class healthcare. Work alongside USPHS Commissioned Corps Officers, civil service staff, and contractors. Full-time role at the detention center in Taylor, TX.

Team offers continuing education to support professional growth. Enjoy excellent work-life balance for long-term success. Be part of delivering quality healthcare services in a structured federal environment.

Requirements

Current licensure, certification, credentialing, or granted privileges as Pharmacy Technician
Ability to perform functions in accordance with accepted pharmacy practice
Knowledge to recognize prescription problems requiring pharmacist consultation
Judgment and experience to alert pharmacist to therapeutic problems immediately
Ability to prioritize dispensing requests based on critical nature
Compliance with ICE Health Service Corps Pharmaceutical Services Directive and Guide
Scope of Practice for providing pharmacy services in detention facility setting

Responsibilities

Perform all duties related to preparation and dispensing of medication orders
Provide direct care to patients within discipline Scope of Practice
Provide treatment of persons throughout the life span as appropriate to facility setting
Respond to and coordinate response to medical emergencies
Read individual prescriptions and determine the name of the drug, strength, and dosage
Set up prescriptions by obtaining correct drug stock, counting medication, and placing in containers for pharmacist check
Consult with Clinical Services Manager or clinical pharmacist to clarify prescription problems
Receive supplies and check receipts against requisitions, checking for shortages, breakage, deterioration, and expiration