SPP-PHARMACY TECH I - Part time

Job Opportunity Job ID: 47530 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Under Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, 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. 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 technician Two years college experience preferred Retail pharmacy experience preferred

Education High school diploma, GED or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program Completion 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 written Demonstrated 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.

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.

Requirements

Job Family Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health Requirements:

Shift Days

Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED

Status Part-time Benefit Eligible

Facility Sparrow Pharmacy Plus

Experience Level New Grad