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University of Michigan Pharmacy Technician Trainer CVC/OR in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Pharmacy Technician Trainer CVC/OR
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How to Apply
Applicants will only be considered after successful completion and submission of the following:
Completed application via the UM Careers website
Letter of Intent or Cover Letter
Updated curriculum vitae or resume
Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing activities relating to the training of individuals as relates to the practice of pharmacy as a pharmacy technician. This includes ensuring high standards of care, thorough proper didactic and practical applications, as well as comprehensive knowledge- and skill-based training requirements. The Pharmacy Technician Trainers will be responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, and evaluating educational programming and services required for all levels of technician and transporter staff to meet role expectations. This is a full-time position, with approximately 50% of time spent on training and related activities, and approximately 50% working in the pharmacy technician role. This position will require the employee to report on-site, with minimal remote work as needed.
Join the Pharmacy team at the University of Michigan Health! Our vision of Michigan Medicine is to create the future of health care through discovery and to become the national leader in health care, health care reform, biomedical innovation and education. As part of this world-class organization, the Department of Pharmacy Services has high standards for service, education, and research. Our department has a rich history of excellence; you have the opportunity to join a world-class team to provide exceptional patient care and advance the Mission of Michigan Medicine.
For more information about the UM Health Department of Pharmacy Services and to review our Annual report, please visit our website: https://www.medicine.umich.edu/dept/pharmacy
COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE
Health insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement plan
Opportunities to earn continuing education credits at in-house education programs and via online programs
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Essential:
Pharmacy Technician Trainer will have attained mastery in multiple roles withing CVC/OR pharmacy. This individual will be responsible for coordinating all aspect of didactic and practical training of pharmacy technicians, as well as additional tasks and roles, including (but not limited to):
Demonstrates ongoing competency in all technician duties and responsibilities
Coordination, oversight, and implementation of initial area-specific on-boarding and training for new employees
Coordination and oversight of experiential training for individuals enrolled in the pharmacy technician training program, in collaboration with the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
Evaluation of on-boarding and training, responding to feedback, and developing plans to address opportunities for improvement
Coordination, oversight and implementation of employee off-boarding
Develop, review, and maintain training materials, pharmacy standards of care, policies, and procedures with at least annual review and updates
Work with content experts and the Education & Professional Development (EPD) Team to provide coordination, oversight, and implementation/delivery of education and training to support:
New employee orientation and training
New pharmacy programs and services (e.g. clinical services, operational change)
Updates and support of existing pharmacy programs and services
Education and training may be delivered by (but not limited to): classes, in-services, formal presentations, continuing education events, and online learnings
Provide expertise, oversight, and management of competency assessments in coordination with the EPD team including:
Assist in management of all aspects of the Learning Management System (LMS) (Cornerstone)
Review evaluation and update of existing competencies and learnings
Assessing needs for new competency assessments and learning
Managing compliance/reporting from the LMS
Conduct routine audits of staff practices to identify potential needs for education, coaching and re-training
Assessment of pharmacy technician and pharmacy intern staff needs for education, skill, and professional development, and developing appropriate training, education, and competency assessment plans to address highest needs, at least annually
Provide feedback on each new pharmacy technician and pharmacy intern employee and current pharmacy technician and pharmacy intern employee to their respective supervisors, to be included in their new or annual evaluation
Serve as a resource for hiring managers to support recruiting and hiring
Review and address team feedback from suggestion tracker with leadership team
Participating as an active member of internal work groups/committees
Work as a pharmacy technician in their respective areas as needed (up to 50% of time/effort)
RELATED DUTIES
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience
0 - 2 years of professional experience.
Current licensure, or eligibility for licensure, that meets the State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician licensing requirements is necessary. This includes:
A temporary pharmacy technician license (valid for 1 year and is non-renewable) or a full pharmacy technician license uponhire
If the successful candidate has or obtains a temporary pharmacy technician license, s/he must successfully obtain a full pharmacy technician license before the temporary license expires
Excellent communication skills, including fluency in writing, reading and speaking English
Demonstrated excellent teaching and/or training skills
Proficient computer skills and literacy, including Windows-based and Microsoft Office-based programs
Proficiency in basic mathematic skills relevant to pharmacy technician responsibilities
Additional Requirements:
Promotes positive communications with entire health care team
Mentors others via feedback, in-service training, etc.
Adapts positively to change and helps to lead change process
Promotes learning experiences for staff
Participates and/or leads staff meetings and other work groups for problem identification, solving, and planning
Leads process improvements and supports implementation of changes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee will be able to perform the assigned duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations:
Ability to work in a stationary position for long periods of time
Walking long distances
Ability to communicate/exchange information
Fine motor coordination/dexterity necessary for keyboarding, typing and compounding
Positioning self to enable movement of inventory
Pulling, bending and manual dexterity movements
Moving of up to 50 pounds
Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to visualize details at close range in order to perform activities such as transcribing and reading from a screen
Desired Qualifications*
Minimum of 3 yearsof relevant experience as a pharmacy technician
Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training program
Experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital setting
Experience with training others, especially pharmacy technicians
Teaching experience
Desired Key Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
Strong teaching skills
Excellent teamwork and collaboration
Excellent communication skills
Excellent teaching and/or training skills
Project management and prioritization skills
Professionalism
Commitment and follow-through
Flexibility and Adaptability
Work Schedule
This schedule for this position is flexible and may include both evening and day shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
Upon applying for this position, you will be sent an invitation within two business days to complete on online pre-employment assessment. To ensure you receive this invitation, please add " [email protected] ? as a secure sender to your email contacts. Applicants who have completed the assessment will be considered viable candidates for this position. (Please note, if you have already completed the assessment once, you will not be asked to complete it again.)
Disclaimer
The above description is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work that will be required of this position. It is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities requires of employees assigned to this title. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and adjust the duties of employees under his/ her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision is received from a Pharmacist or Pharmacy Manager designee. Functional supervision is received from the Pharmacy Technician Training Supervisor or another designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Functional supervision may be exercised over pharmacy technician student employees and other pharmacy technicians.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
Application Deadline
Although the Posting End Date may indicate otherwise, this job may be filled and closed anytime after a posting duration of seven calendar days.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
247675
Working Title
Pharmacy Technician Trainer CVC/OR
Job Title
Training Specialist Associate
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CVC Pharmacy Services
Posting Begin/End Date
7/16/2024 - 9/14/2024
Career Interest
Patient Care Services
Pharmacy
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