Laboratory Assistant - Pharmacy Technician (Part-Time)

Laboratory Assistant – Pharmacy Technician (Part-Time)Location: Mesa Campus – 957 S. Dobson Road | On-SiteType: Part-Time (8 Hours per Week), Morning Shifts OnlyDepartment: Pharmacy Technician ProgramCompensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour Laboratory Assistant – Pharmacy Technician (Part-Time) Location: Mesa Campus – 957 S. Dobson Road | On-Site Type: Part-Time (8 Hours per Week), Morning Shifts Only Department: Pharmacy Technician Program Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour Position Summary Support the hands-on education and training of future healthcare professionals on a flexible morning schedule! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Laboratory Assistant – Pharmacy Technician to join our faculty at our Mesa campus (957 S. Dobson Road) for 8 hours per week during morning lab sessions. In this role, you will work side-by-side with program faculty to set up pharmacy lab scenarios, guide students through practical skill check-offs, grade assignments using instructor answer keys, and ensure students master essential pharmacy equipment, dosing procedures, and clinical lab techniques. Key Responsibilities Lab Preparation & Instructional Support: Scenario Development: Coordinate regularly with program faculty and didactic instructors to develop, schedule, and execute practical morning lab scenarios. Hands-on Demonstration: Demonstrate the proper operation of all pharmacy lab equipment, clean bench/laminar flow hoods, and safety protocols, maintaining familiarity with all clinical skills equipment. Supply Management: Monitor lab inventory, check supplies, and prepare restock requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant. Assist with preparing and copying course materials as needed. Student Advising & Grading: Skill Check-Offs: Assist instructors at the end of each module to ensure all practical check-off sheets are fully completed, signed, and turned in to administration on time. Academic Feedback: Assist in grading student homework and quizzes using provided instructor keys. Schedule regular check-ins with students to advise them on their academic performance and progress. Faculty Collaboration: Provide feedback to Didactic Instructors, Clinical Directors, and Program Directors regarding individual student learning needs and potential academic risks. Record Keeping & Compliance: Confidentiality: Maintain detailed, confidential student records regarding performance, testing, progression, and written assignments in accordance with institutional policy. Professional Development: Maintain thorough familiarity with course objectives and program standards, participating in faculty in-service trainings and professional development events. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program recognized by the USDE or CHEA (or recognized equivalent/foreign entity) AND three (3) years of occupational (practical) experience in a practice setting or expertise in the Pharmacy Technician field. OR A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for those who are not graduates of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program. Technical Skills: Verbal and written communication skills; proficien #J-18808-Ljbffr Pima Medical Institute