Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient

Trinity Health MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is looking for a Pharmacy Technician II in Grand Rapids, MI. The role supports pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications and maintaining inventory. The ideal candidate will provide courteous service to patients and staff and actively contribute to a safe pharmacy environment.

This full-time position includes rotating shifts and requires a high school education with a valid pharmacy technician license in Michigan. Enjoy benefits like medical, dental, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in Michigan; temporary license accepted.
• Preferred: One year of pharmacy work experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, packages, and distributes medication orders.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications.
• Acts as a resource for in-service training.

Skills

Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in Michigan

Medication distribution

Customer service

Inventory management

Education

High school education or equivalent

Completion of formal pharmacy technician training program

Job description

Overview

Pharmacy Technician II - Inpatient Summary: The Pharmacy Technician II supports pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. In addition to technical duties, the role involves providing courteous and timely service to patients, visitors, and healthcare staff—contributing to a safe and efficient hospital pharmacy environment.

Employment Type

• Full time

Shift

• Rotating Shift

Hours | Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Every other weekend
• Two holidays per year

What you’ll do

• Prepares, packages, and distributes medication orders per physician/pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
• Contributes to effective and quality operation of the department.
• Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation; files documentation; answers telephone and pneumatic tube; and handles cash transactions.
• Prepares IV admixtures and other sterile products.
• Processes medication charges and credits according to established policy.
• Basic pharmacy computer order entry.
• Participate in the training, education, precepting, and evaluation of pharmacy students and/or residents as assigned.
• Solicits, collects, and records medication history of patients in serviced areas into eHR.
• Develops Best Possible Medication List using internal, external, electronic, print, and other resources (e.g., pharmacies, eHR).
• Seeks assistance in clarifying medication history information from other team members (e.g., ED pharmacists) as needed.
• Actively participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or learning from defects discussions/meetings in support of high‑level, accurate delivery of patient medication histories/lists.

What you’ll need

• High school education or equivalent.
• Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan; temporary license accepted with full licensure required within 1 year of issuance.
• Preferred: One year of pharmacy work experience.
• Preferred: Completion of formal pharmacy technician training program.
• Preferred: Active status as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Benefits and Commitment

• Day-1 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, and more.
• Generous PTO: Paid holidays plus up to 18 days of Paid Time Off in your first year.
• Career Growth: Structured Technician advancement pathways and ongoing professional development.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education while you grow your pharmacy career.

Our Commitment: Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.