Pharmacy Technician - Research (Mays Cancer Center)

Under direct supervision, provides specialized services surrounding the use, monitoring and handling of investigational new drugs that require more detailed processes to ensure safe and appropriate use.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Ability to operate and care for automated dispensing devices and equipment.
Knowledge of, and ability to perform, aseptic technique.
Knowledge of basic inventory procedures and pharmacy information systems.
Meticulous attention to detail; exhibits accuracy and thoroughness while monitoring own work for quality.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
Ability to work in situations involving uncertainty and rapid change.
A solid customer service acumen to effectively work with both internal and external customers and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Education:

High school Diploma or GED is required.

Licenses & Certifications:

Registered with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy in good standing is required.

Manages inventory for clinical investigational drugs including ordering of investigational drugs and supplies.
Assists in development and training of pharmacy staff in the area of investigational drug/agent handling and dispensing.
Performs internal audits of investigational drug dispensing records and helps resolve discrepancies.
Prepares and/or admix investigational drugs using proper technique and protocol direction under the supervision of a pharmacist.
Monitors for expiration and re-testing of investigational drugs, isolation of expired drugs and returns or disposes supplies as required.
Participates in the set up of clinical trials, as required, including evaluation of pharmacy manuals and preparation instructions.
Meets with external monitors and responds to questions regarding inventory control, storage and monitoring.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

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