Technician Operations Tech Lead Pharmacist
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Heres a more professional and comprehensive job posting for a Technician Operations Tech Lead Pharmacist at Athena Medtech tailored for an Arizona setting:
Job Title: Technician Operations Lead Pharmacist
Department: Pharmacy Services
Location: City State e.g. Phoenix AZ or Tucson AZ - if known
About Athena Medtech:
Athena Medtech is a leading healthcare institution committed to excellence in patient care and pharmaceutical services. Our Pharmacy Services department is at the forefront of medication management leveraging advanced technology and a highly skilled team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Pharmacist to serve as our Technician Operations Lead Pharmacist a pivotal role in optimizing our pharmacy workflow enhancing technician performance and upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Position Summary:
The Technician Operations Lead Pharmacist at Athena Medtech is a licensed pharmacist entrusted with critical oversight of the daily activities of our pharmacy technicians ensuring peak operational excellence within the pharmacy department. This leadership role is designed to strategically bridge the gap between clinical pharmacy practice and technician workflow optimization. The Lead Pharmacist is responsible for guaranteeing seamless compliance with all regulatory standards maintaining the highest levels of safety and driving efficiency throughout all medication distribution processes. Serving as a crucial role model expert resource and dedicated mentor to our pharmacy staff this individual will work collaboratively with the pharmacy leadership team to achieve departmental goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Oversight & Workflow Management:
- Supervise and expertly coordinate the daily work assignments of pharmacy technicians ensuring the timely accurate and safe dispensing and distribution of medications.
- Proactively identify and address workflow bottlenecks implementing solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency within the pharmacy operations.
- Team Leadership & Development:
- Provide comprehensive training constructive coaching and regular performance feedback to pharmacy technicians and junior staff fostering their professional growth and skill development.
- Serve as a primary resource and mentor guiding technicians in complex situations and promoting adherence to best practices.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure strict compliance with all federal state (Arizona) and institutional regulations policies and guidelines pertinent to pharmaceutical handling compounding and the technician scope of practice.
- Assist with internal audits inventory management and robust quality assurance processes to maintain exceptional standards of medication safety and accuracy.
- Technology & Systems Management:
- Monitor and maintain the optimal function of pharmacy automation systems (e.g. dispensing robots automated dispensing cabinets) and other operational technologies addressing technical issues promptly to minimize disruption.
- Collaborate with IT and vendor support for system upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Process Improvement:
- Proactively develop implement and refine operational procedures and protocols to continuously enhance departmental productivity service quality and patient safety.
- Support and actively promote a culture of safety continuous improvement and customer service excellence throughout the pharmacy.
- Interdepartmental Liaison:
- Act as a key liaison between pharmacists technicians and the pharmacy leadership team ensuring effective communication seamless workflow integration and collaborative problem-solving.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings strategic initiatives and ongoing training programs as needed.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSPharm) from an accredited college of pharmacy is required.
- Licensure/Certification:
- Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in Arizona (AZ) is required.
- IV certification (if required by state/regulation for sterile compounding oversight) is required.
- Certification in lean/six sigma or pharmacy operations management (e.g. ASHP Pharmacy Leadership Academy) is preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) or more years of post-licensure pharmacy experience is required.
- At least one (1) year of experience in a supervisory team lead or charge role within a pharmacy setting is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in working with and directing pharmacy technicians in a fast-paced hospital high-volume retail or central fill environment is required.
Skills and Competencies:
- Exceptional leadership capabilities with a proven ability to inspire motivate and direct a team.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills capable of effectively conveying complex information.
- Proficiency in utilizing and troubleshooting various pharmacy information systems (PIS) and automation technology.
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks effectively manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and adapt to changing demands.
- In-depth knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws regulations and the full scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.
- A highly collaborative team-oriented approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Work Environment:
- This role operates within a fast-paced and dynamic pharmacy environment.
- May involve prolonged periods of standing extensive computer use and active interaction with pharmacy automation systems.
- Flexibility for rotating shifts weekends or holidays may be required depending on operational needs and patient care demands.
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