Corewell Health hiring for Pharmacy Technician Supervisor Medication History jobs in Lamont, MI, US
Job Summary
This certified pharmacy technician maintains accountability for the supervision of pharmacy technician staff. Coordinates process improvement activities and resolves human resource issues. Works with multiple medication automation systems. Provides assistance to pharmacy leadership in supervising pharmacy technician staff located throughout the Corewell Health system.
In Med History, our goal is to obtain the best possible medication history
for each patient admitted to the hospital. This step is crucial to completion of Joint Commission accreditation-mandated medication reconciliation. Medication History Technicians claim patients from a work list based on the patient’s location and the tech's scheduled shift assignment. Technicians follow a structured interview with the patient or caregiver and document the information into the electronic medical record. Discrepancies are communicated directly to the provider/pharmacist for resolution.
Essential Functions
- Ability to perform all Pharmacy Tech essential functions at an authoritative/expert resource level, under the direction of a pharmacist.
- Participates in interviewing pharmacy technician candidates and makes recommendations regarding hiring. Supervises pharmacy technician staff, evaulates performance and initiates personnel actions in accordance with departmental policies and organizational philosophy in collaboration with a Pharmacy Supervisor and under the direction of the Pharmacy Operations Manager.
- Drafts and monitors the technician schedule to ensure adequate coverage of support personnel and make adjustments as needed to department requirements.
- Assists in development, administers and monitors staff competencies and department required testing. Provides orientation, in-services and educational opportunities for technicians, interns and support personnel.
- Ensures continuous communication and collaboration with nursing staff and other Spectrum Health hospital team members to facilitate coordination and improvement of services, as well as problem resolution.
- Provides monitoring and reports for monthly reports and special projects.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area.
- Maintains all requirements for CPhT certifications. Completes all Spectrum Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.
Qualifications
- Required Associate's Degree or equivalent
- 2 years of relevant experience Required
- 2 years of relevant experience in a hospital pharmacy Preferred
- 2 years of relevant experience at Corewell Health Hospital pharmacy Preferred
- 1 year of relevant experience supervisory or lead experience Preferred
- CRT-Pharmacy Technician, Certified (CPHT) - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required
- LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan required
- Ideal candidate will be a Pharmacy Technician possessing Full Pharmacy Technician License and National Certification as well as Medication History experience in a Hospital Setting
- Ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, will be very organized and a self-starter, and will be very passionate about supporting others in the team
Physical Demands
- Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
- Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
- Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
- Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
- Sitting: Frequently
- Standing: Occasionally
- Walking: Occasionally
- Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
- Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
- Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
- Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
- Squat: Seldom
- Supine Lying: Seldom
- Stair Climbing: Seldom
- Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
- Driving: Seldom
- Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
- Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
- Handling: Occasionally
- Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
- Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
- Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
- Visual Acuity ¹[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Corporate Admin - Medication History
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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