Pharmacy Technician Part Time Rotate

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacy Tech at DMC Harper University Hospital in Detroit, MI. The candidate will prepare, package, and label medications, deliver them to care areas, and maintain an accurate inventory.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and pharmacy licensure. Preferred qualifications include prior pharmacy experience. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle physical tasks are necessary for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Full pharmacy licensure or temporary licensure with the State of Michigan; must obtain full licensure within one year of hire.
• Prior pharmacy experience or completion of formal pharmacy technician training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and label medications per prescriber orders.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and maintain the sterile environment.
• Collect and return medication orders from patient care areas to the pharmacy.

Skills

Visual acuity

Manual dexterity

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical ability

Ability to transport medication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Full pharmacy licensure or temporary licensure

Job description

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Full pharmacy licensure or temporary licensure with the State of Michigan; full licensure must be 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 maintain patient profile, capture charges, enter prescription data and access patient information.
• Visual acuity and color vision to read prescriptions, recognize impurities in IV 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 the 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% of work time) lift and transport medications such as IV 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 Title

Pharmacy Tech

Primary Location

Hospital/Facility: DMC Harper University Hospital

Job Type

PT1

Shift Type

Rotate

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