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Pharmacy Technician Prep Course Instructor
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What they do
A Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of a pharmacist to dispense prescription medications. Serves customers and helps to fill prescriptions. Works in a retail pharmacy or healthcare facility.
$39,386 / year median in Kentucky
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Title:
Pharmacy Technician Prep Course Instructor Salary Range:
Competitive pay based on experienceContract Term Length:
Not Applicable Standard Hours:
Flexible scheduling optionsWork Location:
On-Site FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt College:
Ashland Community & Technical College Campus Location:
Ashland CTC Technology Drive Department:
Workforce Job Summary Ashland Community & Technical College- Workforce Solutions provides quality healthcare training to prepare students for rewarding careers.
Position Overview:
This adjunct instructor role is ideal for licensed pharmacists or experienced certified pharmacy technicians looking to teach and mentor future pharmacy professionals. You will deliver a comprehensive course aligned with the NHA Certified Pharmacy Technician Study Guide, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the certification exam and succeed in pharmacy technician roles.Job Duties:
- Teach all NHA exam domains: pharmacology, pharmacy law, medication safety, inventory management, pharmacy operations, dosage calculations, and patient communication.
- Prepare and update course materials in line with NHA certification requirements.
- Assess student progress through quizzes, practical exercises, and mock exams.
- Provide individualized feedback and support to enhance student learning.
- Stay current with pharmacy technician regulations and best practices.
- Create an engaging, positive, and interactive learning environment.
Course Details:
Duration:
12 weeksSchedule:
Flexible to accommodate instructor availability- Current class time: Tuesdays, 1:00 PM
- 5:00 PM (subject to instructor scheduling)
Focus:
Preparing students thoroughly for the NHA Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) examMinimum Qualifications:
- Licensed Pharmacist strongly preferred OR
- Certified Pharmacy Technician with a minimum of 3 years of pharmacy technician experience considered
- Teaching or training experience preferred
- Strong communication skills and passion for mentoring students
- Comfortable teaching in-person and/or online Employee Rights
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act Equal Opportunity Employer
- The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.