Lead Pharmacy Technician at Tenet Healthcare

Detroit, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Duties, Aseptic Technique, Mathematical Calculations, IV Medication Preparation, Technician Scheduling, Employee Training, Competency Assessment, Workflow Coordination, Quality Improvement, Policy Implementation, Performance Review Input, Interview Participation, Sterile Environment Maintenance, Medication Packaging, Data Collection

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact to patients, caregivers, and your community? At Children's Hospital of Michigan, we’re seeking an innovative and experienced healthcare leader to drive excellence and inspire our team towards exceptional patient outcomes and operational success. Benefits Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match • Generous paid time off (PTO) • Career development and continuing education opportunities • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Under general supervision of the pharmacist, assists in coordinating the technical operations in the department. Assigns and reviews technician operations; reviewing for completion of assignments, quality and quantity of work completed. Assists in technician scheduling and provides input for evaluations and disciplinary actions. Provides input into operational processes. Assists in training and development of new employees/students including orientation and scheduling of training. Functions as lead or resource person. Provides updated information regarding changes in policies/procedures to employees. Coordinates or provides technician meetings, in-services and educational programs. Assists in competency assessment, training and evaluation. Coordinates technician activities to maintain workflow and quality services. Reviews completion of assigned tasks for the quality and quantity of work produced. Provides input and/or participates in performance review of technicians. Participates in technician interviews. Maintains awareness of support personnel work processes to identify opportunities for improvement of the department's services. Promotes continuous quality improvement. Assists in development and implementation of improved procedures. Performs the duties of a pharmacy technician as needed. Prepares I.V. medications for administration to patients according to established policies and procedures, utilizing mathematical calculations to ensure accuracy and maintaining a sterile environment using aseptic technique, prior to final check by a pharmacist. Packages, labels and stores solutions accordingly. Prepares, packages and labels interim and maintenance (i.e., 24-hour cartfill, automated system) medications according to prescriber orders and to established policies and procedures; utilizing mathematical calculations to ensure accuracy prior to final check or administration to a patient. Collects, records and organizes information relating to continuous improvement initiatives, workload statistics, patient billing, and other data as needed. Adheres to system, hospital, and departmental policies, procedures and objectives; maintains a professional appearance and a clean, safe environment. Performs other duties as assigned. 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. One to three years of pharmacy experience or completion of formal pharmacy technician training, as well as knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology. 3. Certification is required and must be obtained within 6 months of employment. 4. Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan by 10/1/15. Facility Description Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites. EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Responsibilities

The Lead Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist by coordinating technical operations, assigning and reviewing technician tasks, and providing input on scheduling and evaluations. This role also involves training new employees, coordinating educational programs, and ensuring workflow quality while performing standard pharmacy technician duties as needed.