Pharmacy Technician Apprentice
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, MI4h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
- Must know
- Patient care
- Nice to have
- Operations
- Work
- On-site in Detroit
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations60%Patient care41%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 9, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Join the Henry Ford Health Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Program to gain hands-on experience through onsite rotations, learn from expert teams, and prepare to become a certified Pharmacy Technician.
General Summary
- Must be enrolled in the Henry Ford Health System Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Program recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL).
- Under the supervision of pharmacy staff, perform the job duties of a pharmacy technician, participate in an approximately six (6) month training program, and receive experiential on-the-job training.
- Prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam as a pathway to State of Michigan Full Pharmacy Technician Licensure.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete pharmacy training didactic video modules on personal time according to course outline.
- Attend all scheduled review classes.
- Sign up for and successfully complete the PTCB certification exam prior to temporary license expiration and according to apprenticeship requirements.
- Complete steps and application for Licensure.
- Maintain good standing with HFHS performance standards.
- Uphold all HFHS/Pharmacy policies and procedures.
- Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, may assist in the distribution, processing, and preparation of medications for patients.
- May receive medication orders, enter medication orders into the pharmacy computer system, prepare medications and labels for dispensing, deliver medications to patient care areas, maintain drug inventory in dispensing areas, maintain appropriate records, and process medication charges for services rendered.
- May perform billing and file maintenance, receive payments for prescriptions and other purchases, and assist in the stocking and storage of inventory.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
- Typing skills of 25 wpm preferred.
- Ability to operate a cash register, calculator, and computer.
- Ability to maintain (lift, carry, stack) up to 40 lbs. of pharmacy inventory.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
Certifications/Licensures
- Must complete Pharmacy Tech Apprenticeship Program recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL).
- Must pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) test.
- Must become fully licensed within the timeframe designated in the HFHS Apprenticeship Program.
- Must pass the State of Michigan fingerprinting / background check required for Pharmacy Technician licensure.