Pharmacy Technician Supervisor

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Accountable for day-to-day activities of the pharmacy technicians. Plans and coordinates with appropriate oversight by the pharmacist-in-charge the drug preparation and distribution from the pharmacy. Supervises the orientation, training, and completion of competency assessments of all pharmacy technicians. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
Accountable for day-to-day activities of the pharmacy technicians. Plans and coordinates with appropriate oversight by the pharmacist-in-charge the drug preparation and distribution from the pharmacy. Supervises the orientation, training, and completion of competency assessments of all pharmacy technicians. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.


What you will do

• Accountable for day-to-day activities of the pharmacy technicians in the pharmacy (with appropriate oversight of the pharmacist-in-charge). Plans, coordinates, and directs activities to ensure sufficient quantity of medications, supplies and staff to meet the standards of care.
• Supervises the work of pharmacy technicians engaged in medication preparation and distribution.
• Recommends various personnel actions including hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, and corrective actions.
• Implements and monitors quality control programs to ensure safe medication storage and compliance with federal and regulatory standards. Prepares and maintains records and documentation.
• Prepares work schedules for pharmacy technicians and plans daily work assignments for drug preparation and distribution.
• Develops, maintains, and reviews performance standards and job competencies for pharmacy technicians.
• Provides advanced problem solving, troubleshooting, technical assistance, and instruction to pharmacy technicians.
• Responsible for compliance with regulatory requirements and readiness as assigned.
• Performs the duties of a Pharmacy Technicians as needed.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Technical Degree or Diploma Pharmacy Technician preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Work Experience Requirements

• 5-7 years Pharmacy technician

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or
• Certified Pharmacy Technician- National Healthcareer Association required
• Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy
• Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy
• See Additional Job Description

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understands and interprets complex written materials and technical reports.
• Effective communicate skills to work with all levels of Associates, management, physicians, and patients and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups toward the accomplishment of organizational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in a wide range of circumstances.
• An effective planner with strong skills in scheduling and organizing work flows.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Directly supervises Pharmacy Technicians in the department; prepares work schedules and ensures adequate staffing of pharmacy techs.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force periodically throughout the shift.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree, High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required), Technical Degree or Diploma: Pharmacy Technician

Work Experience:

Pharmacy technician

Certifications:

Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) - National Healthcareer Association, Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy, Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.