SPP-PHARMACY TECH I

Peoplefluent; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing and billing activities at Carson City, MI. Under supervision, you will assist pharmacists, handle drug orders, and participate in compounding non-sterile medications.

The role requires Michigan technician licensure, strong communication, and the ability to work with changing priorities. Full-time, on-site position with a focus on accurate dispensing, insurance billing, and inventory tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Michigan as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Two years college experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; completion of a pharmacy technician program preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database software.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrates keyboard proficiency as required.

Responsibilities

• Accurate sending and receiving of drug product orders in computer systems.
• Process prescriptions accurately following policies and procedures, including store transfers.
• Electronically scan dispensed products with every prescription.
• Knowledgeable in insurance billing for accuracy and compliance.
• Knowledgeable in printing and using reports to support business functions.
• Aid in store inventory preparation.
• Provide quality, compassionate pharmaceutical care and support department goals.
• Adapt to interruptions and schedule changes.
• Compound non-sterile medications up to Moderate USP 795.

Skills

Communication skills

Keyboarding

Time management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High School / GED

Pharmacy Technician program

Two years college experience

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database

Job description

Job ID: 55788

Positions Location: Carson City, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job:

Description:

Positions Location: Carson City, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Under direct supervision, assists the pharmacists with technical tasks associated with dispensing and billing medications including selecting, and transporting of drugs, and supplies, complex packaging, stocking, record keeping, transfers, admits, discharges, and drug preparation functions

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Accurate and complete sending and receiving of all drug product orders in all computer ordering systems
• Processes prescriptions accurately, following established dispensing policies and procedures, including store transfers.
• Accurately electronically scan dispensed product with every prescription order dispensed
• Knowledgeable in insurance billing for accuracy and compliance with all standing regulations
• Knowledgeable in printing and utilization of reports that provide support in any business function
• Aids in store inventory preparation
• Serves as a positive representative of the Pharmacy to all department customers. Displays responsibility in helping to provide quality, compassionate, cost-effective pharmaceutical care to all customers. Is aware of the department’s overall goals and objectives and works to promote and support these goals. Participates in quality improvement activities in the department.
• Performs work within specified time frames. Works cooperatively with the other members of the Pharmacy team to provide accurate and efficient service to department customers. Fosters a team environment; willingly and cheerfully assists other Pharmacy Associates as the workload and staffing requires. Voices concerns and suggestions to the appropriate person in the appropriate manner. Adapts positively to frequent interruptions and change in workload and/or work schedule.
• Compounding of Non-sterile medications up to and including Moderate Compounding as defined by USP<795>. Compounding caregivers adhere to the prescription or medical order for the strength, quality and purity of compounding preparations. Compounded products are packaged, labeled and dispensed according to current laws and regulations.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Must be fully licensed in the state of Michigan as a Pharmacy Technician Work Experience Minimum of 1 year experience as a pharmacy technicianTwo years college experience preferredRetail pharmacy experience preferred Education High school diploma, GED or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college programCompletion of a pharmacy technician program preferred Specialized Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software programs.Demonstrated excellent communication skills, verbal and writtenDemonstrated ability to work with ever-changing priorities and deadlines.Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

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University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Pharmacy Plus Experience Level New Grad