Job Description

ProMedica Toledo Hospital is one of the largest acute-care facilities in the region. Our 794-bed hospital is staffed by more than 4,800 professional healthcare employees who serve a 27-county area throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. We also have the area’s largest board-certified medical staff, which is made up of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are a must. In addition, for 15 consecutive years, residents of Greater Toledo have named us the Consumer Choice Award winner in our market. In fact, we’re the only hospital in northwest Ohio to receive this honor.

POSITION SUMMARY

Pharmacy technician trainees work in a learning capacity and assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Pharmacy technician trainees work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Actively participates in the creation of an environment that fosters patient, family, physician, and employee satisfaction.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Individuals with an Ohio technician trainee or Michigan temporary technician license are enrolled in a recognized technician training program or are in the process of transferring their license from another state.
2. Under the direction of a registered pharmacist, procures and distributes medication orders per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
3. Tasks are assigned according to Ohio or Michigan Board of Pharmacy restrictions as noted in OAC 4729:3-3-01 and Public Health Code 333.17739.
4. Collaborates with team members in meeting department goals. Establishes and maintains mechanisms for communication and constructive problem solving with staff. Utilizes a team approach in decision-making and problem solving. Builds trust and mutual respect.
5. Provides proper notification for absences and tardiness.
6. Maintains professional, helpful, and courteous relationships with nursing and other hospital employees, patients, and their families.
7. Performs all duties and responsibilities in an ethical and responsible manner.
8. Supports the department in providing a vision for its direction and embraces the change process to achieve the vision.
9. Fosters the culture of patient safety by using the error prevention techniques.
10. Communicates effectively orally and in writing within department as well as to all external customers.
11. Strives for continuous improvement by focusing on key department systems.
12. Participates in creating an environment for success through team participation.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Skills: N/A
• Years of Experience: N/A
• License:
  • OHIO: Ohio Board of Pharmacy Technician Trainee License (expires 1 year from receipt).
  • MICHIGAN: Temporary Pharmacy Technician License (expires 1 year from receipt).
• Certification: N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift materials up to 50 pounds. Non-material handling of continuous sitting and reaching; frequent standing; occasional squatting, kneeling, walking, and stairs. Must be able to move about and between workstations.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact  employment@promedica.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

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