Pharmacy Technician, Discharge Pharmacy

About the Role

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives. As a leading academic health system, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician will:

• Process and distribute prescriptions and over-the-counter medications to patients at discharge.
• Enter prescription data into the computer system and maintain accurate records in compliance with pharmacy standards.
• Handle patient payments and process billing transactions, including insurance verification and prior authorization requests.
• Stock, organize, and maintain pharmacy inventory with attention to expiration dates and proper storage conditions.
• Communicate and interact professionally with patients and healthcare staff, including nursing and discharge planning teams.
• Provide basic medication counseling and patient education under pharmacist supervision, ensuring patients understand proper medication usage.
• Verify prescription accuracy and completeness prior to patient pickup, flagging any discrepancies for pharmacist review.
• Coordinate with clinical departments to ensure timely medication availability for patient discharge.
• Handle controlled substances and other restricted medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of retail pharmacy experience preferred.

Certifications/Licensures

• Requires valid State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician license.