Pharmacy Technician Student Academy Grand Rapids Hospitals
Corewell HealthAbout the role
***Program training starts on Monday 09/21/2026 and will end on Fri 11/27/2026. This is a 10-Week paid training program that is Full-Time.***
About the Corewell Health Academy of Pharmacy Technicians
The Corewell Health Pharmacy Technician Training Program student program consists of a 10-week combination of theory and practice and is aimed at having the candidate learn the role of Pharmacy Technician. The structure of the program is 20 hrs. /week combined didactic and simulation training with 20 hrs. /week hands-on experiential rotations for a total of 400hrs of training.
The Corewell Health Pharmacy Technician Training Program supports student education by delivering instruction from accredited educational content, pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians who specialize in each subject within clinical and operational areas. This structure allows students to receive the most advanced, applicable information possible through the use of the following:
Didactic Material
Didactic materials will be delivered via computerized learning and lecture style format.
Simulations
Simulated rotations imitate the real-world processes and systems described during the didactic portion of the program. Simulation allows students to develop skills and practice processes described in lectures, so when they are asked to perform these tasks during their externship experience they will understand their role in the system and how to handle the task at hand.
Experiential Rotations
Experiential rotations are real world opportunities for students to work alongside health care professionals and interact with patients to apply their classroom and simulation training. For each rotation the student will report to a site coordinator and review the instructions and expectations for the rotation. Experiential hours will be recorded using the programs digital platform.
Scope of Work
Medication Order fulfillment (i.e., various packaging, dispensing machine, labeling, shipping, etc.).
- Works under direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist in prepackaging medication for dispensing.
- Assists the Pharmacist in final checking of filled prescriptions, which may include staging the medication for Pharmacist final review and/or packaging of medication after Pharmacist final review.
- Coordinating and staging items for delivery for an accurate and timely delivery to the customer.
- Works with Technician Supervisor in maintaining a clean, safe work environment, checking equipment for calibration, safety and cleanliness.
- Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Mix pharmaceutical preparations, according to written prescriptions.
- Assists with special projects as needed.
- Complies with all laws, regulations and standards of ethical conduct.
- Performs all job duties with a friendly positive and team-oriented approach.
- Maintains professional/technical competencies and proficiencies for job responsibilities.
- Complies with all company policies, procedures, rules and standards.
Qualifications
- Required High School Diploma or equivalent
How Corewell Health cares for you
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Pharmacy Trainees Butterworth - Grand Rapids HospEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
N/ACURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEA
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