Pharmacy Automation/IT Systems Coordinator- Des Moines Region- Full-Time Days

The Pharmacy Automation/IT Technician is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the automated medication distribution systems to achieve high quality standard of care in pharmacy medication storage and distribution. Provides ongoing monitoring of processes surrounding the automated distribution of medications, inventory usage, management of automated dispensing cabinets, hospital information systems, and other IT systems as assigned. Collaborates in developing training and education programs for pharmacy and clinical staff and students. Why UnityPoint Health?

• Must demonstrate an aptitude and interest in computer system support.
• Experience with computer systems, word processing and medical terminology is desirable.
• Prior experience as a Pharmacy Technician is beneficial.
• Must be able to understand written, visual and other sensory stimuli.
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints.
• Must be able to logically solve problems and follow written and verbal instructions., Must be high school graduate or equivalent. Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English. Must have good math skills, with basic algebra. Must type accurately and with moderate speed.

Experience: Experience with automated dispensing machines required. Ability to work with computer systems required. One year of experience in a hospital pharmacy required.

License(s)/Certification(s): Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy within thirty days after employment. Must maintain a current Iowa Pharmacy Technician Registration and be in good standing with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners. Must provide a photocopy of a renewal certificate to the Pharmacy Management Team prior to the expiration date of current certificate to continue employment. Must maintain a valid Iowa driver’s license in order to service all campuses.

Pulled from the full job description Tuition reimbursement Pet insurance Parental leave Health insurance 401(k) matching Paid time off Dental insurance, Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.