Pharmacy Technician

Spectrum Health; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay

Identity theft protection

Retirement plan with match

Job summary

Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital in Big Rapids, MI is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. Under the direction of a Pharmacist, you will process and prepare medications, handle inventory, and deliver meds to patient care areas on day shifts.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma; licensure/certifications in Michigan within 90 days; preferred associate degree and pharmacy technician certification (PTCB/ExCPT).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred Associate's Degree in hospital/healthcare.
• MI Pharmacy Technician license or eligible and must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Certification such as PTCB or ExCPT preferred; inpatient/IV experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with processing and preparing medications and supplies.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas and triage calls.
• Work in satellites, sterile formulations, and controlled substances handling under supervision.
• Prepare unit-dose packaging and maintain clean, organized work area.
• Maintain requirements for CPhT certifications and complete assigned competencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree (preferred)

LIC-Pharmacy Technician (MI)

PTCB/ExCPT Certification

Tools

Pharmacy technician licensure tools

Job description

About Big Rapids Hospital Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital is a Medicare Certified 74 Bed General Hospital located in Big Rapids, MI, with service to the surrounding community. Look to Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital for exceptional care from health professionals who are proud to be a part of our community. We’re listening and evolving to better meet the needs of all individuals and families in Mecosta County. https://www.spectrumhealth.org/locations/big-rapids-hospital

About Reed City Hospital Corewell Health Reed City Hospital is a 25-bed acute care hospital in Reed City, Michigan. It is known for its patient-centered care, incorporating the Planetree model, and offers a range of services including rehabilitation, cancer care, and diabetes education. The hospital emphasizes community focus and provides convenient access to care, with clinics and primary care locations in Reed City, Tustin, and Evart. We are proud to be a part of Corewell Health, West Michigan’s largest, most experienced provider of long-term acute, rehabilitative, skilled nursing, residential and home care. Corewell Health Reed City Hospital Rehab and Nursing Center is among just 21% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities that were recognized as a best nursing home for 2020–21 by U.S. News & World Report. The designation means we pledge to preserve the dignity and quality of life for each and every patient and resident we serve. https://www.spectrumhealth.org/locations/reed-city-hospital

Scope of Work Under the direction of a Pharmacist, provides technical assistance, processing and preparing medications and supplies. Works with multiple medication automation systems. Delivers medications and supplies to patient care areas. Triages phone calls and messages from multidisciplinary team members. Able to work in complex pharmacy areas (satellites, sterile product compounding, controlled substance handling, inventory management). Prepares supplies / medication, including complex sterile formulations under the direction of a Pharmacist. May prepare hazardous or biologic products when properly trained and competencies are passed. Prepares and packages bulk medications into unit of use packaging. Handles controlled substances for pharmacy and patient care areas under direct supervision of a pharmacist per federal and state law. Delivers pharmacy prepared medications, controlled substances and supplies to various nursing stations/patient care areas. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Maintains all requirements for CPhT certifications. Completes all Corewell Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Associate's Degree Hospital experience
• Preferred LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Or LIC-Pharmacy Technician Temp - STATE_MI State of Michigan Must obtain full licensure w/in 90 days of hire. Upon Hire required And LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required
• CRT-Pharmacy Technician, Certified (CPHT) - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Excludes - LIC- Pharmacist Intern 90 Days required Or CRT-Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) - NHA National Healthcareer Association Excludes - LIC- Pharmacist Intern 90 Days required
• Ideal candidate will possess Full Pharmacy Technician License and Pharmacy Certification, such as PTCB or ExCPT Inpatient or IV experience would be a great plus

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

• SITE - Big Rapids Hospital - 605 Oak St - Big Rapids - CH West
• Department Name Pharmacy - Big Rapids Hosp
• Employment Type Full time
• Shift Day (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours 36 Hours of Work Between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Days Worked Variable
• Weekend Frequency Every fourth weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.