Pharmacy Technician Part Time

Corewell Health; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts directory

Identity theft protection

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Corewell Health Taylor Hospital is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician/Intern to support inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations. You will fill orders, manage IV admixtures, enter patient data, and assist in daily drug ordering and inventory.

Rotation through different pharmacy services may be required; prior sterile compounding experience is preferred. Licenses to MI Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist Intern are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with sterile compounding and/or 6 months technician experience or completion of ASHP-accredited technician training.
• Licenses: MI Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist Intern upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hospital inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations.
• Fill orders, prepare oral, injectable and topical medications, including IV admixtures.
• Enter patient data and insurance information into the pharmacy system.
• Process prescriptions, label medications, and manage stock and inventory.
• Support training of new staff and IT support as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with 797 guidelines.

Skills

Sterile compounding

6 months experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASHP technician training program

MI Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist Intern license

Job description

About Taylor Hospital

Corewell Health Taylor Hospital, is a 148-bed hospital that is a recognized health care leader in the metro Detroit area. Proudly serving Taylor and surrounding communities since 1977, it offers specialty services including 24-hour emergency care, wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a surgical pavilion, a pain management clinic, orthopedic surgery, inpatient rehabilitation facility and full-service radiology, including advanced CT w/cardiac scoring, Fixed MRI including pacemaker, cinema vision and ultrasound (MSK & elastography).

About Taylor Hospital

Corewell Health Taylor Hospital, is a 148-bed hospital that is a recognized health care leader in the metro Detroit area. Proudly serving Taylor and surrounding communities since 1977, it offers specialty services including 24-hour emergency care, wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a surgical pavilion, a pain management clinic, orthopedic surgery, inpatient rehabilitation facility and full-service radiology, including advanced CT w/cardiac scoring, Fixed MRI including pacemaker, cinema vision and ultrasound (MSK & elastography).

Scope of Work

Under the direction and supervision of a Pharmacist, performs a variety of functions related to preparation, storage, distribution and dispensing of prescriptions. Within the Hospital, rotation through IV admixture and unit dose service is routine. Rotation to OR Pharmacy Services and Outpatient Pharmacy Services may be required. Performs data entry and other record keeping functions as determined to be necessary to the operations of the department.

• Hospital In-Patient Pharmacy:


• Fills medication orders including oral, injectable and topical medications and intravenous admixtures.


• Assists in the bulk manufacturing of special pharmaceutical products


• Prepares and distributes floor stock items in response to requisition forms.


• Inventories and restocks shelves in immediate work area, checks for outdated drugs.


• Enters charges and credits into the computer for all medications and IV admixtures dispensed from the Pharmacy, documents all medications and IV solutions returned to the Pharmacy.


• Distributes prepared medications to patient care areas and/or other departments of the Hospital.


• Performs necessary record keeping functions.


• Answers telephone and assists at Pharmacy window.


• May rotate within hospital and out-patient pharmacy service areas as required.


• Maintains the work area in a safe, orderly manner.


• Follows appropriate clean room (797) guidelines in the preparation of intravenous admixtures.


• Outpatient Pharmacy:


• Fills medication orders including oral, injectable and topical medications and intravenous admixtures.


• Enters patient demographics, insurance information and prescriptions into the pharmacy information system, prioritizing scripts for customers waiting. Appropriately handles and reprocesses rejected claims.


• Processes prescriptions, retrieves correct medication, fills and labels prescription and attaches any necessary notifications.


• Files completed scripts in the patient pickup bins after pharmacist verification.


• Answers telephone and assists customers at the lobby counter and Pharmacy drive-through window.


• Updates and electronically transmits the daily drug order – monitors and documents/communicates special orders and shortages.


• Processes daily drug order from wholesaler, stocks drug shelves, checks for outdated drugs, logs controlled drugs and files invoices. Contacts supplier to resolve discrepancies on invoice.


• Distributes prepared medications to patient care areas, patient bedside and/or other departments of the Hospital.


• Reconciles cash drawer twice daily (opening and closing) and documents per policy. Performs other record keeping duties as required.


• Assists in training of new staff and a resource for IT support personal.


• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly manner.


• Cleaning and dusting of work areas and shelves. Disinfecting of high touch points such as counters, credit card devices, phones, counting utensils and signature pads.


• May rotate to other outpatient pharmacy sites/home delivery pharmacy as needed.

Qualifications

• Required A level of knowledge normally acquired through completion of a general high school diploma program or GED.


• Experience with sterile compounding and/or 6 months technician experience and/or graduate of an ASHP accredited technician training program. Preferred


• LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Or


• LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required

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 - Taylor Hospital - 10000 Telegraph Rd - Taylor

Department Name

Pharmacy - Taylor Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

Between 5 a.m. and 12 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other 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.