Pharmacy Technician Per Diem - Innovate in Community Healthcare

Join Legacy Community Health as a Per Diem Pharmacy Technician and play a pivotal role in transforming community healthcare delivery in Houston, TX. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of a dynamic and patient-focused environment, working alongside passionate health professionals. Embrace the versatility of a flexible schedule—perfect for those seeking to contribute to high-impact healthcare on a part-time basis while balancing other commitments. Your efforts will directly support our mission to improve health outcomes across the community, ensuring that critical pharmacy operations run seamlessly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the pharmacist in preparing, filling, and delivering medications, ensuring all patient information is accurately entered and medication doses are appropriate.
• Provide leadership in daily operations to maintain continuity in pharmacy services and meet quality standards, including safety protocols during medication stock management.
• Ensure proper procedures for correct medication dispensing and facilitate patient counseling sessions, documenting as necessary.
• Process insurance adjudications and pre-authorizations efficiently to enhance service delivery.
• Engage in continuous improvement tasks like expired drug checks, area inspections, and order management to maintain operational excellence.
• Play a role in educating new and current pharmacy team members, contributing to programs aligned with organizational needs such as immunizations and healthcare awareness days.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while handling inquiries, managing transactions at the cash register, and preserving patient confidentiality.
• Conduct inventory responsibilities such as weekly controlled substance cycle counts and maintain integrity in the 340b program.
• Embrace innovative practices in central fill pharmacy processes, playing a part in coordinating large volume medication dispensing.
• Facilitate communication with patients and healthcare providers, ensuring responsiveness to patient messages and collaborative interactions with physicians' offices and insurance companies.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program is required.
• Possess a current Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certificate.
• Hold a valid registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
• Capability to pass a math test relevant to retail pharmacy activities.
• Current BLS/CPR certification is required for this role.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years.

With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way.

At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact.

Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

Core Employee Expectations

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

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