Pharmacy Instructor

State of Georgia; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Pharmacy Instructor to teach pharmacy assistant courses in classroom, lab, and field settings, while developing curriculum and evaluating student progress.

The role supports program accreditation, maintains required documentation, and may require morning/afternoon classes. Strong communication with diverse student populations is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician and/or State of Georgia Pharmacy Technician Certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and develop program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Teach pharmacy assistant courses in classroom/lab/field, simulating industry environments and tracking outcomes.
• Maintain documentation and support accreditation, meetings, and professional development.
• Assist with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts; interact with students, staff and educators.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Pharmacy Instructor

Job Requisition ID

JR0000000760

Number of Openings

0

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$55,000.00 PER YEAR

Job Description

Under general supervision prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses; develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends professional development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences; ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area; meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues; assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts. Teaches pharmacy assistant courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Provides instruction in pharmacy technology; establishes, measures, and evaluates program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success.

Responsibilities also include but are not limited to: program administration with a primary responsibility for operation, supervision, evaluation and revision of the program concurrent with Technical College System of Georgia standards and American Society of Health System Pharmacists Accreditation; knowledge of accreditation policies and procedures; evaluation and advisement of students; evaluation of faculty and staff; budgetary planning and management; community involvement through program and College; and service on College committees as directed. May require teaching morning and afternoon and/or Monday through Friday. Requires strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician and/or State of Georgia Pharmacy Technician Certification
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in related field from a regionally accredited institution
• Minimum of three (3) out of the past five (5) years of verifiable in-field experience.
• Documents two years' experience as an instructor in a Pharmacy Assistant program

Employment Policy

The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.