Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient

IHA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (Day-1 Benefits)

Dental insurance (Day-1 Benefits)

Vision insurance (Day-1 Benefits)

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Job summary

IHA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II for inpatient care in Michigan. The role involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation, distribution, inventory, and patient records to support a safe hospital pharmacy environment.

Qualified candidates will have Michigan pharmacy technician licensure (temporary acceptable up to licensure within 1 year) and preferably one year of pharmacy experience or formal technician training, with CPhT preferred.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Licensed Pharmacy Technician in Michigan

Temporary license accepted with full licensure within 1 year

Formal pharmacy technician training program

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – PTCB

Job description

• 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.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Rotating Shift
• Every other weekend | Two holidays per year

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

Highlights

• 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.

Hours | Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Rotating Shift
• 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.

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).

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.