Pharmacy Technician Supervision-Pharmacy Dept. St Joseph Hospital
Pharmacy Technician Supervision-Pharmacy Dept. St Joseph Hospital
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Under general supervision assist the pharmacy department leadership for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services. Individuals in this job function have increased responsibilities within the pharmacy department business and management of pharmacy technicians. Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a pharmacy with additional preferred experience in a Pharmacy Technician Specialist or Lead Pharmacy Technician type role. Candidates for this job show effective communication skills and proven leadership qualities. Responsible for overseeing training and scheduling as well as acting as a resource for all pharmacy staff. Functions in a variety of roles to improve pharmacy operations and has management privileges for business purchasing approval alongside oversight and evaluations of other pharmacy technicians. Other functions as directed by pharmacy department leadership.
Essential Job Functions
In addition to encompassing certified pharmacy technician duties (see Certified Pharmacy Technician Job Description) supervisor will be directed by pharmacy department leadership to help with management of pharmacy technicians by overseeing scheduling and participating in pharmacy technician evaluations.
Assists in the education precepting and compliance record keeping of all pharmacy technicians pharmacy students and pharmacy interns as directed by pharmacy management.
Participates in or leads performance improvement activities for department.
Conducts disciplinary action and performance appraisals of direct reports
Assists inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area staff with medication/pharmacy related issues via telephone or in person.
Leads the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians pharmacy students
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Other functions as outlined and in accordance with respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.
Assists the pharmacist in preparation of medications to patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area. Performing diagnostic laboratory testing as defined in state laws/guidelines.
Performs additional functions and responsibilities as directed by pharmacy leadership.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
ExCPT Certification provided by the National Healthcareer Association; or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)
Valid State Drivers License (required)
Education
High School diploma or GED (required)
2 Year/ Associates Degree (preferred)
Completion of ASHP/ACPE tech training program - or - pharmacy technician training via Armed Forces/Veterans Affairs - or - respective state department approved career tech high school program(required)
Work Experience
2 years of Retail Ambulatory Outpatient Hospital Acute Care or Home Infusion pharmacy experience(required)
Training
N/A
Language
N/A
Patient Population
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Hazards -
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to high pitched noises
Skills
Mathematics skills appropriate to complete common pharmacy calculations
Exhibits proficient use of all required computer equipment and software
Preferred experience in progressive Pharmacy Technician roles such ad Specialist or Lead positions
Critical thinking and collaborative skills
Demonstrates leadership competencies
MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Pharmacy - St. JosephIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
