Company DescriptionAt Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative
Future of Health:
Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact. Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.
Job DescriptionUnder the supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician will:
Process and distribute prescriptions and over-the-counter medications to patients at dischargeEnter prescription data into the computer system and maintain accurate records in compliance with pharmacy standardsHandle patient payments and process billing transactions, including insurance verification and prior authorization requestsStock, organize, and maintain pharmacy inventory with attention to expiration dates and proper storage conditionsCommunicate and interact professionally with patients and healthcare staff, including nursing and discharge planning teamsProvide basic medication counseling and patient education under pharmacist supervision, ensuring patients understand proper medication usageVerify prescription accuracy and completeness prior to patient pickup, flagging any discrepancies for pharmacist reviewCoordinate with clinical departments to ensure timely medication availability for patient dischargeHandle controlled substances and other restricted medications in accordance with state and federal regulations Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required. Minimum of six (6) months of retail pharmacy experience preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED
Requires valid State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician license.