Program Chair, Pharmacy Technician Instructor (Full-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

34 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) seeks an instructor for the Pharmacy Technician/Community Pharmacy Technician program to educate diploma and vocational diploma students. You will develop curriculum, supervise labs and clinical experiences, and contribute to program accreditation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or higher in Pharmacy, a Wisconsin license (RPh) for Pharmacists or CPhT for technicians, and at least three years of pharmacy practice experience.

Qualifications

Must have Pharmacy-related degree(s) and licensure as applicable.
Pharmacy technician track or program experience preferred.
Experience with program accreditation processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Teach Pharmacy Technician/Community Pharmacy Technician courses to diploma and vocational diploma students.
Advise/mentor students and manage laboratory facilities.
Develop and revise curriculum; ensure program effectiveness and accreditation.
Assist in departmental activities and promote MATC pharmacy programs.
Coordinate clinical learning experiences and assess student performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Education

Pharmacist degree

ASHP-accredited technician program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Under the supervision of the Dean of the Healthcare Pathway or designee, to teach classroom and laboratory courses in Pharmacy Technician/Community Pharmacy Technician to diploma and vocational diploma students. Related duties include development and teaching of all pharmacy technician/community pharmacy technician courses, advising/mentoring students, maintaining laboratory facilities, ordering equipment and supplies, planning and supervising clinical learning experiences, evaluating student achievement, developing/revising the curriculum, helping to formulate departmental policy and procedures, evaluating program effectiveness, developing strategies to enhance student achievement, participation in divisional and departmental activities, and other duties as assigned.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Perform duties required in order to maintain program accreditation including annual reports, self-studies and other tasks as required by The American Society of Health System Pharmacists.
Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching related activities
Manage the classroom/laboratory.
Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness and assist in program evaluation.
Manage equipment, supplies, and materials.
Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
Support student organizations and activities.
Develop relationships with business and industry.
Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in filed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Pharmacist: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or higher. Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred.

Pharmacy Technician: Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Graduate of an American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program preferred.

Occupational Requirements:

Must have a minimum of three (3) years of full-time or equivalent (6, 000 hours) work experience in Pharmacy practice.

In Addition, One Of The Following Must Be Met:

At least three (3) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.
Two (2) years of teaching Pharmacy Technician course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.

Industry Certification:

Pharmacy Technician - Valid Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.

Licensure:

Pharmacy Technician- Valid Pharmacy Technician license from the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Pharmacist- Valid Registered Pharmacist (RPh) license by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Additional Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
Must meet State of Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Certification Requirements. http://mywtcs.wtcsystem.edu/certification.
Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards Of Teaching Excellence:

Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
Classroom Management
Planning/Organization
Content Mastery and Currency
Teaching Methodology
Assessment of Student Learning
Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology:

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

Online Information Management Systems - Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters.
Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems.
Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology.
Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (e.g. social networking applications).

HEALTHCARE PATHWAY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must satisfactorily complete health requirements for the School of Health Science, which include a criminal background check, drug test, and verification of immunizations.
Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start immediately.

Hours: This position is full-time. Full-time faculty are assigned a minimum workload of 32 hours per week. Course load and schedule will depend on course availability. Work schedule could include in person, online, hybrid, daytime, evening, and weekend teaching assignments. All work must be conducted in the state of Wisconsin.

Salary: Full-time faculty salary position is determined based on the individual’s education and years of relevant experience and is assigned to the appropriate salary class and step in accordance with the applicable salary schedule. Compensation is prorated based on start date.

Application Materials & Requirements:

Please follow these steps.

Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered.

Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)
Cover Letter
Resume
Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

You must upload copies of all required credentials with your application (pdf format is ideal).

Proof of Education: Unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution. The transcripts must show the degree awarded and the date it was conferred.
Proof of Credentials: Copies of any professional licenses and/or certifications required by the position.
Please note: a resume is not an acceptable alternative to a fully completed application.

A Note for Applicants with Foreign Credentials

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents prior to applying at Milwaukee Area Technical College and must be attached to the online job application. A detailed course by course, foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet any credential requirement, even if the foreign course work has been accepted by a college or university in the United States

Requirements Prior to Start Date (If Hired)

If An Offer Of Employment Is Made And Accepted, You Will Be Required To Provide The Following Documents Before Your First Day:

Official Transcripts
Completed Verification of Employment Form if applicable (if applicable).

Interview: As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare and present an interactive theory lesson and simulated teaching demonstration lasting 10 minutes of the overall interview time, which may be conducted in-person or virtually.

EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu.

Health Insurance

MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
Low Deductible PPO
High Deductible PPO
Upon selection, the coverage begins the first of the month following start date. You will have 30 days from your start date to enroll.
MATC contributes a generous percentage towards medical insurance premium.
Both medical plans include prescription drug coverage at no additional cost to employees.
Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the selection of the Low Deductible PPO plan.
Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with the selection of the High Deductible PPO plan with employer contributions.
Dental Insurance

MATC offers a group dental plan through Delta Dental.
Upon selection, the dental insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and has an orthodontic benefit for dependents up to age 19.

Vision Insurance

MATC offers a group vision plan through Superior Vision..Upon selection, the vision insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
Plan covers eye exam, frames, lenses and contact lenses.

Group Life Insurance

MATC offers group term life insurance benefits through Madison National Life Insurance Company effective the first of the month of start date and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is based upon the employee’s annual earnings rounded to the higher $1,000.00. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.
Supplemental Life Insurance is also available at group rates for employees, spouses, and dependents to purchase.

Long-Term Disability

MATC offers long-term disability insurance through Madison National Life Company after 30 days of employment and is fully paid for by the College. Benefits provided are equal to 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings.

Flexible Spending Accounts

MATC offers two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
This type of benefit allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars per calendar year for a variety of medical, dental, and vision expenses (for a Health Care FSA) and for day care expenses for children under 13 or family members that are dependent on you for more than half their support (for a Dependent Care FSA) up to a maximum amount.
Retirement Savings

Regular full-time employees of MATC who are hired for greater than 12 months become members of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)’s pension system as of day one of employment. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf. Contribution rates are subject to change annually as set by the State.
In addition to the WRS pension account, employees may enroll in other optional retirement savings plan such as a 403(b) account or a 457 account on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Sick Leave

MATC offers employees a generous sick leave plan per year.
Each employee may accumulate up to 165 days of full sick leave with an unlimited accumulation of half pay sick leave.
Vacation

MATC offers a vacation policy to employees for the purpose of rest and relaxation.
Vacation is earned at a generous rate each year of employment. (Not available for Instructors)
Paid & Flexible (Floating) Holidays

MATC offers 12 paid holidays for non-Faculty positions and 7 paid holidays for Faculty positions.
MATC provides two flexible (floating) holidays per employee per year. (Not available for Instructors).
Tuition Benefits:

Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement and waiver after completing probationary period.
Amount allowed per fiscal year is 18 credits at MATC or $1,400 at other accredited institutions.
01

Please select your educational criteria below. (You must include unofficial transcript with your application).

A Bachelor's degree or higher in Pharmacy.
A Bachelor's degree or higher. Graduate of an American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program.
None of the above
02

How many years of full-time experience in pharmacy practice do you have?

Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
5 to 7 years
7 or more years
03

Are you either a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician?

Pharmacist
Pharmacist Technician
None of the above
04

Are you a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board OR a licensed Registered Pharmacist (RPh) by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services?

Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Licensed Registered Pharmacist (RPh) by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Pharmacy Technician license from the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
None of the above
05

Do You Have Experience Performing Duties Required In Order To Maintain Program Accreditation Including Annual Reports, Self-studies And Other Tasks As Required By The American Society Of Health System Pharmacists? Please Describe Your Experience Below:

06

How many years of teaching experience in higher education or postsecondary, or vocational/technical school do you have?

1 to 3 years
3 or more years
None
07

Would you like to include additional information in support of your application? If so, please indicate below. Otherwise, type "N/A".

08

(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A)

09

(Current Internal Faculty Applicants ONLY) Are you past your initial faculty probationary period with MATC? This means two (2) academics semesters if you are currently a full-time faculty member OR four (4) academic semesters if you are a current part-time faculty member. (EXTERNAL APPLICANTS TYPE N/A)