Pharmacy Technician Part Time Rotate

DMC Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

DMC Harper University Hospital in Detroit seeks a part-time Pharmacy Technician. Under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, you will prepare IV and unit dose meds, maintain sterile technique, and support medication delivery across patient care areas.

You will collect requests, process charges, and respond to inquiries from hospital staff while ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies. The role requires mobility and light lifting as part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Full pharmacy licensure or temporary Michigan licensure with full licensure obtained within one year.
• Prior pharmacy experience and/or formal pharmacy technician training preferred.
• Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package and label IV and unit dose meds per orders and policies.
• Deliver floor stock medications, patient-specific medications, emergency boxes and crash cart trays.
• Collect and return medication orders and unused/expired meds for processing.
• Respond to requests from hospital staff and customers with accurate information.

Skills

Visual acuity

Manual dexterity

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mathematical calculations

Mobility and lifting (up to 60 lbs)

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy licensure (full or temporary with condition)

Job description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

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 floor stock 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

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Full pharmacy licensure or temporary licensure with the State of Michigan provided full licensure is obtained within one year of hire.
• Prior pharmacy experience and/or completion of formal pharmacy technician training including knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminologies is preferred.
• Certification is preferred.

Skills Required

• 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.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with physicians, patient care staff, and other department personnel and patients.
• 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).
• Ability to frequently (21-50% or work time) lift and transport medications such as I.V. solutions (exerting a force of up to 60 pounds).
• 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: Pharmacy

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: Part Time

Shift Type: Rotating

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