Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Job Description Summary
Under the direction of a Registered Pharmacist, assists Pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors and staff. Under direction of a Clinical Pharmacist prepare and distribute medications for home delivery or for use in Ambulatory Infusion Center. Maintain drug inventory and patient records. Order and stock medications. Perform sterile compounding and follow USP 797 guidelines. Experience with sterile compounding and USP 797 training preferred.

Under the direction of a Registered Pharmacist, assists Pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug
inventory and maintaining patient records. Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum High school education or equivalent.
Preferred Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician training program; or two years of college with emphasis in 
math, science, or medical field applications.
Credentials/Licensure
Minimum Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan.
Preferred Active status as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board 
(PTCB).
Related Experience
Minimum Two years of pharmacy work experience.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum Good written and verbal communication skills. Good math skills (multiplication, division, addition, 
subtraction) in calculations involving fractions, decimals, percentages and volumes.
Computer Competency
Familiarity with standard desktop and windows-based computer system, including email, e-learning, 
intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
Physical/Mental
Minimum Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard). May 
require lifting and carrying loads up to 40 lbs., including boxes, equipment, unitdose-cassettes,
and IV solutions and stooping or kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace
items on lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers). Sitting, walking, or standing for long 
periods of time (4-8 hours) often. Must be able to physically operate the equipment for the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
▪ Prepares, packages, and distributes medication orders per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment 
according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
▪ Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
▪ Contributes to effective and quality operation of the department.
▪ Maintains logs, records, and other required files and documentation; answers telephone and pneumatic tube; and handles cash 
transactions.
▪ Prepares IV admixtures and other sterile products.
▪ Processes medication charges and credits according to established policy.
▪ Performs basic pharmacy computer order entry.
▪ Special assignments per addendums listed below.
▪ Participate in the training, education, precepting, and evaluation of pharmacy students and/or residents as assigned.
▪ Performs other related duties as assigned.
 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.