SMWMI_Pharmacy Technician III_G0388

Trinity Health•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

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. 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, unit dose-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. SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION To ensure appropriate utilization of Protected Health Information (PHI) associated with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Saint Mary’s Confidentiality of Information Standards, as well as other regulatory entities, individuals employed in this position will be granted systems and information access as appropriate for this position 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan.
Two years of pharmacy work experience.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good math skills (multiplication, division, addition, subtraction) in calculations involving fractions, decimals, percentages and volumes.
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.
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, unit dose-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.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician training program; or two years of college with emphasis in math, science, or medical field applications.
Active status as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Responsibilities

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.