Pharmacy Technician Externship Coordinator
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician Externship Coordinator is a pivotal role within our organization, dedicated to bridging the gap between academic learning and practical application for pharmacy technician students. This position is instrumental in securing and managing high-quality externship opportunities, ensuring students gain invaluable real-world experience in professional pharmacy environments. By fostering strategic partnerships with externship sites, the coordinator directly contributes to the professional success of our students and the overall program objectives. Key highlights of this role include: Establishing and maintaining a robust network of externship sites to support student placement and career readiness. Driving a targeted 40% site-to-hire conversion rate, ensuring students transition seamlessly from externship to employment. Collaborating closely with the Program Director and campus leadership to align externship opportunities with program goals and regulatory standards. Providing mentorship and guidance to students, enhancing their professionalism and career development. Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, safeguarding the integrity of the externship program. This role offers a dynamic work environment that emphasizes collaboration, strategic impact, and the opportunity to shape the future of pharmacy technician professionals. The coordinator will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, and externship partners, to deliver exceptional outcomes and uphold the highest standards of excellence.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician, with a proven track record of professional excellence.
- Current and active State Board License along with NHA/PTCB Certification.
- At least 3 years of prior teaching or training experience, demonstrating strong instructional capabilities.
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry systems, ensuring accurate and efficient documentation.
- Willingness and ability to travel 20–50% of the time for site visits and externship-related activities.
Nice To Haves
- ACPE IV/Sterile Compounding Certification
Responsibilities
- Identify, recruit, and develop a diverse network of quality externship sites for pharmacy technician students.
- Collaborate with externship sites to achieve a 40% hire rate for students post-externship completion.
- Monitor and track student performance, attendance, and compliance throughout the externship process.
- Ensure all externship sites adhere to regulatory and accreditation standards, maintaining program integrity.
- Conduct regular site visits to evaluate quality standards and serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and externship partners.
- Provide career readiness support, including guidance on professionalism, career development, and job placement post-externship.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student externship assignments, performance metrics, and feedback.
- Lead externship orientations and actively participate in campus events to promote the program and engage stakeholders.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability (STD)
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/LFSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- HSA Employer Contribution
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Accident Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Employer Match
- Paid Holidays
- Floating Holiday
- Mental Health Day
- Referral Bonus Program
- Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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