Pharmacy Technician Educator

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve.
Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Pharmacy Technician Educator serves as an integral member of the pharmacy team, coordinating the necessary education and training required for technicians. In addition to carrying out initial technician training, this role will complete internal pharmacy audits and controls related to onboarding optimization, quality assurance, and ongoing competency maintenance. The Technician Educator will work with technician leadership as well as the Pharmacist Educator to communicate and strategize findings related to training and trends in educational needs. Role may allow for remote work based on the needs of the department at the discretion of the manager/supervisor.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Develops and provides education to technician staff, students, and interns, related to medication preparation, dispensing, and delivery. Trains staff on how to utilize the electronic health record and pharmacy automation to complete daily technician tasks
• Maintains quality assurance and regulatory compliance for medication preparation areas by ensuring technicians receive the appropriate training to staff in applicable areas.
• Serves as a frontline leader by effectively coaching others, maintaining necessary documentation, and assisting departmental leadership with strategic initiatives related to training and education.
• Establishes and maintains competency in all areas for which they provide training. This includes all technical activities established through policies, procedures, and protocols.

• HS diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years experience Experience in a pharmacy setting as a pharmacy technician or
• Associate's Degree and 1-2 years experience Experience in a pharmacy setting as a pharmacy technician
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - National
• Registered Pharmacy Technician - MO
• Registered Pharmacy Technician - KS
• Employees must obtain Registered Pharmacy Technician - MO or equivalent within 90 days
• PHARM TECH REG MO Registered Pharmacy Technician - MO Only if primary work location is in Missouri Required 90 Days
• PHARM TECH REG KS Registered Pharmacy Technician - KS Only if primary work location is in Missouri Required 90 Days
• Epic Credentialed Trainer Certification Required 180 Days

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $23.02/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children's Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates.
The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.