Pharmacy Technician - Central Pharmacy - Part-Time - Rotating Shift

Henry Ford Health System

  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
GENERAL SUMMARY:Shift: Part-Time 28 Hour Rotating ShiftEligible for a Sign on BonusEligible for Part-Time BenefitsThe inpatient pharmacy technician works under the supervision of a pharmacist and assists in the preparation of medications for patients. The pharmacy technician receives medication orders, enters medication orders into the pharmacy computer system, prepares medications and labels for dispensing, delivers medications to patient care areas, maintains drug inventory in dispensing areas, maintains appropriate records and processes medication charges for services rendered.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Picks up medication orders and delivers medications to patient care areas on a routine and emergency basis.
  • Accurately interprets and enters medication orders into the pharmacy computer system.
  • Determines quantities needed to fill prescriptions and prepares prescription medications for dispensing following established policy and procedure.
  • Aseptically compounds and labels intravenous solutions according to prescription formula or instructions.
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date admission, discharge, and transfer information.
  • Processes discontinued drug orders and performs medication billing functions for services rendered.
  • Performs drug packaging and labeling functions as needed.
  • Collects and records data as needed for workload statistics and maintains other necessary records.
  • Participates in the teaching and supervision of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician students in each of the service areas.
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
  • Requires high school diploma or GED
  • Requires a Pharmacy Technician License from the State of Michigan
  • 6 months pharmacy experience preferred
  • Must have the ability use a computer keyboard and type approximately 25 words per minute.
  • Must possess the personality and ability to work with a wide variety of people under sometimes stressful situations.
  • Must be motivated to provide high quality patient care
Additional Information
  • Organization: Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
  • Department: HFWB Central Pharmacy
Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.OverviewUnder the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a$6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sitesincluding medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities andother healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health systemnow has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, oneof the nation's oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with thehealth system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region'smajor academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding andremaining Michigan's fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medicaleducation and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicingin the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses,pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visit .BenefitsWhether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices ormaking the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. HenryFord Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My ChoiceRewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There aredozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balanceand learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As anemployee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerEqual Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health iscommitted to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard torace, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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