Pharmacy Technician

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement match

Generous PTO

Continuing education credits

SMSHP membership reimbursement

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support Specialty Pharmacy Services, including transplant, hepatitis, MS, rheumatology, oncology, and more. You will assist in medication preparation, packaging, dispensing, and patient communication.

The role requires Michigan Pharmacist Technician licensure, strong communication and computer skills, and ability to perform physical duties. Work hours are day shift, with potential hybrid arrangements at department discretion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or combined education/experience.
• Current Michigan Pharmacy Technician license (temporary for 1 year or full) upon hire.
• Proficient communication, computer and basic math skills are required.
• This position requires primary source verification.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming and outgoing communications to/from patients, arranging timely shipment and delivery of medications.
• Act as liaison between prescribers, insurance PBMs, and outside pharmacies.
• Work with clinical, medication access, and distribution teams to ensure timely patient care.
• Type and adjudicate prescriptions.
• Investigate and resolve Third-Party Rejections.
• Document all patient interactions in appropriate systems and databases.
• Prepare non-sterile compound medications.
• Organize and store filled prescription medications using Smart-Shelf storage.
• Manually package medications for shipment.
• Assist in stocking and storage of inventory.
• Maintain and replenish automated filling PODS.
• Spend most of a shift standing or walking, with potential >5 miles daily; lift/push/pull >20 pounds.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Computer skills

Basic math skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Michigan Pharmacy Technician license (temporary or full)

Tools

Pharmacy software

Inventory management systems

Non-sterile compounding training

Job description

Michigan Medicineimproves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

Specialty Pharmacy Services supports a growing range of patient populations, including Transplant, Hepatitis, Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatology, Oncology, and many other disease states. Our team is committed to guiding patients throughout their entire treatment journey by providing comprehensive support ranging from timely financial counseling and clinical education to reliable mail-order medication delivery .

Specialty Pharmacy Technicians work within one of two operational areas. Requirements, duties, and responsibilities align respectively. Cross coverage and movement between teams is possible dependent on departmental and patient care needs.

Responsibilities*

• Answer incoming and outgoing communications to/from patients, arranging timely shipment and delivery of medications.
• Act as liaison between prescribers, insurance PBMs, and outside pharmacies.
• Work closely with clinical, medication access, and distribution teams to ensure timely patient care.
• Type and adjudicate prescriptions.
• Investigate and resolve Third-Party Rejections.
• Document all patient interactions in appropriate systems and databases.
• Prepare non-sterile compound medications.
• Organize and store filled prescription medications utilizing Smart-Shelf storage.
• Manually package medications for shipment.
• Assist in stocking and storage of inventory.
• Maintain and replenish automated filling PODS.
• Spend most of a shift standing or walking, often walking >5 miles. Staff are regularly required to lift, push, or pull boxes or carts weighing >20 pounds

Ability to perform a wide range of physical activity: lifting, pulling, bending, manual dexterity movements. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, prioritize with accuracy and dependability: Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English.

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current licensure that meets the State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician licensing requirements. This includes: A temporary pharmacy technician license (valid for 1 year and is non-renewable) or a full pharmacy technician license upon hire, or a full pharmacy technician license before the temporary license expires.
• Proficient communication, computer and basic mathematic skills.
• This position requires primary source verification

Desired Qualifications*

• Completion of a Pharmacy technician training program.
• Experience in adjudicating and preparing non-sterile compounds.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• Generous PTO program
• Complimentary access to continuing education (CE) credits
• Reimbursement for Membership in the Southeast Michigan Society of Health System Pharmacists (SMSHP)

Licensure & Certification

The State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) requires all Pharmacy Technicians to be licensed. The new regulations allow for a one-time temporary license for up to 1 year, during which time a technician must successfully complete requirements to become certified and meet all other State of Michigan requirements for a Full Pharmacy Technician License. UMHS Pharmacy Department provides coaching and additional information to support technicians to become certified and licensed.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

This is a day shift position Monday through Friday with hours from 8:0 0 am to 5:00 pm. Closed weekends and holidays.Subject to change based on business needs.

Work Locations

This position is located at Joy Rd Service Center.

Additional Information

Upon applying for this position, you will be sent an invitation within two business days to complete an online pre-employment assessment. To ensure you receive this invitation, please add [e-mail] as a secure sender. Applicants who have completed the assessment will be considered viable candidates for this position. (Please note: If you have previously completed the assessment, you will not receive another email/be asked to complete it again.)

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings.Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Although the Posting End Date may indicate otherwise, this job may be filled and closed any time after a posting duration of seven calendar days.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.