Adjunct Instructor – Pharmacy Technician (PT)

About the role

The Adjunct Instructor for the Pharmacy Technician Program is a pivotal role within the academic framework, responsible for delivering high-quality education and fostering student success. This position leverages professional expertise to develop, maintain, and implement a robust curriculum aligned with industry standards and compliance requirements. The instructor plays a critical role in preparing students for certification and professional excellence in the pharmacy technician field.

Responsibilities

• Provide competency-based education that ensures students achieve exit competencies and are prepared for real-world applications.
• Deliver learner-centered instruction through innovative distance education methodologies.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accrediting standards to uphold institutional integrity.
• Foster a culture of learning by integrating industry experience into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with academic teams to optimize course delivery and student outcomes.
• Teach and explain the varied duties of a pharmacy technician, tailored to different employment settings such as hospitals or retail pharmacies.
• Instruct students on topics including pharmacology, computer technology, sterile and non-sterile compounding, billing and reimbursement, direct patient care, inventory management, pharmacy law and regulations, and quality assurance.
• Ensure students understand medication order-entry, refill processes, and medication safety protocols.
• Conduct labs and skills training in a pharmacy lab to develop clinical mastery.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all state, federal, and accrediting regulations, including ABHES and TWC standards.
• Maintain faculty files and academic records in adherence to institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to a culture of learning by relating industry experience to academic instruction.
• Manage the online class environment effectively and encourage student success through proactive engagement.
• Adhere to academic policies and procedures to ensure compliance and institutional integrity.
• Other duties as assigned to support program objectives and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Certification in Pharmacy Tech (CPhT) and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience in the pharmacy technician field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Must be an ABHES and TWC-approved instructor.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively convey complex concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with supervisors, staff, and students.
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and self-motivation abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to cross-departmental synergies.
• Capacity to adapt to changing assignments and priorities while maintaining high performance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to listen, understand, and respond positively to stakeholder requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in a pharmacy setting.
• Certification in Pharmacy Tech (CPhT) and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience in the pharmacy technician field.
• Must be an ABHES and TWC-approved instructor.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively convey complex concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with supervisors, staff, and students.
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and self-motivation abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong computer literacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to cross-departmental synergies.
• Capacity to adapt to changing assignments and priorities while maintaining high performance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to listen, understand, and respond positively to stakeholder requests.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and self-motivation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Capacity to adapt to changing assignments and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to listen, understand, and respond positively to stakeholder requests.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k), tuition assistance program, and more.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Schedule details are not specified in the job posting.