Pharmacy Technician, Diversion Specialist MMH Pharmacy FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly) (73848)

In an environment of continuous quality improvement the Pharmacy Technician Diversion Specialist is responsible for supporting the Health Systems controlled substance diversion prevention detection and compliance program through ongoing monitoring auditing discrepancy investigation and regulatory oversight across all applicable locations. This position requires collaboration with pharmacy nursing medical and other healthcare personnel; performance of internal and regulatory audits; and maintenance of accurate controlled substance records inventories and required reporting. The position requires travel between facilities and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to support diversion investigations audits and operational needs. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions:

1. Maintains compliance withDEA state Boardof Pharmacy andother applicable controlledsubstance regulations acrossthe health system including maintainingrequired registrations andlicenses.
2. Audits controlled substance purchasing sales invoices receiving records transfer documentation signatures and CII safe records to ensure accuracy and regulatorycompliance.
3. Monitors controlled substance sales and activities including squad/EMS transactions and completes required regulatory reports documentation and follow-up.
4. Monitors controlled substance transactions inventory and discrepancies using diversion software and other surveillance tools to identify potential diversion orcompliance concerns.
5. Investigates controlled substance discrepancies and potential diversion activity documents findings and coordinates appropriate follow-up and correctiveactions.
6. Conducts routine pharmacy nursing unit medication storage and controlledsubstance audits aswell as mockDEA and stateBoard of Pharmacyinspections using standardizedaudit tools andapplicable regulatory requirements.
7. Supports the development implementation and ongoingmaintenance of theHealth Systems controlledsubstance diversion preventionprogram.
8. Coordinates and participatesin quarterly diversioncommittee meetings andpresents audit findings discrepancies trendscorrective actions andother compliance concerns.
9. Fills prepares packages and delivers medications and physician orders accurately and efficiently; performs Pyxis restocking loading inventory management expiration checks andtroubleshooting.
10. Prepares chemotherapy non-chemotherapy and othersterile products inaccordance with applicableregulations policiesUSP 797 andUSP 800 requirements.
11. Performs required IV room hood and related environmental cleaning and maintenance activities in accordance with establishedpolicies and procedures.
12. Manages department and nursing unit medication inventories by anticipating needs ordering and receiving medications maintaining appropriatestock levels andremoving outdated products.
13. Maintains required annual competencies including aseptic technique and hazardous drug handling and consistently follows applicablepharmacy regulations policies and procedures.
14. Communicates effectively with pharmacists physicians nurses pharmacy technicians and other healthcareprofessionals; providesguidance and trainingto pharmacy staffas appropriate tosupport safe andeffective patient care.
15. Performs assigned pharmacy billing activities including debits and credits and completes required administrative complianceaudit and reportingfunctions.
16. Works assigned shifts including evenings and weekends as needed to support pharmacyoperations auditing investigations staffing and diversion-monitoring requirements.
17. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• Current registration in the State of Ohio as a Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Will need registration in the state of West Virginia as a Registered Pharmacy Technician required or ability to become registered as a WV tech within 120 days.
• 3 Years of Certified Pharmacy Technician experience required.
• Must have a valid drivers license and remain insurable by hospitals agent.

Ohio Locations Additional Requirements:

• Certified through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required; or willing to obtain within 60 days of employment required.

West Virginia Locations Additional Requirements:

• Certified through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred.

Special Knowledge Skills Training:

• Typing interpersonal skills and some computer experience preferred.

Compensation Details: Education experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer please visit our website at

Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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*Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.