Pharmacy Technician Full Time Rotate

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric medicine is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, preparing and delivering medications while ensuring compliance with established policies. Your attention to detail and strong communication skills will be essential as you interact with healthcare professionals and manage medication inventories. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of children in a leading hospital environment, making a meaningful impact in their healthcare journey. If you are passionate about pharmacy and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in Michigan by 10/1/15.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and label medications under a licensed Pharmacist.
• Deliver medications and maintain a sterile environment.

Skills

Visual acuity

Manual dexterity

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical ability

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in Michigan

Formal pharmacy technician training

Certification

Job description

Job Description - Pharmacy Technician Full Time Rotate (2506000925)

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

Job Summary

Under the direction and final check of a licensed Pharmacist, prepares, packages and labels IV and unit dose interim and maintenance medications according to prescriber orders and to established policies and procedures. Utilizes mathematical calculations to ensure accuracy and maintains a sterile environment. Delivers floorstock medication, patient-specific medication, emergency boxes and crash cart trays to patient care areas. May process and deliver controlled substances to patient care areas maintaining appropriate controlled substance inventory and documentation. Collects and returns medication orders and unused and expired medications from the patient care areas to the pharmacy for appropriate processing. Performs related charge functions. Responds to requests and inquiries from hospital employees and customers and provides appropriate information regarding medication orders. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan by 10/1/15.
3. Prior pharmacy experience and/or completion of formal pharmacy technician training including knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminologies is preferred.
4. Certification is preferred.

Skills Required

1. Visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate an on-line computer keyboard and typewriter to maintain patient profile, capture charges, enter prescription data and access patient information. Visual acuity and color vision to read prescriptions, recognize impurities in I.V. solutions and accurately fill prescriptions.
2. Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with physicians, patient care staff, and other department personnel and patients.
3. Mathematical ability to perform calculations, requiring knowledge of metric system and use of a calculator. Ability to transport medication delivery carts, lift approximately 10-20 pounds (light work), bend and move stock (6-10% of work day).
4. Ability to frequently (21-50% of work time) lift and transport medications such as I.V. solutions (exerting a force of up to 60 pounds).
5. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to move to and from various units/patient rooms of the hospital almost constantly (more than 80% of work day) to dispense medications, at times in cramped quarters.

Job

Primary Location

Hospital/Facility

Hospital/Facility

: DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan

Scheduled Hours : 80

Shift Type : Rotate

FTE : 1.000000