Lead IV Pharm Tech

BrightSpring Health Services•Tallahassee, FL

17d

About The Position

PharMerica is hiring a Lead IV Tech in Tallahassee,FL ! Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference! A Lead IV Pharm Tech is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of a team of IV Pharmacy Technicians. They ensure the accurate preparation and dispensing of intravenous medications, monitor inventory levels, and maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations and protocols. They may also assist in training new staff members, resolving issues or concerns, and implementing quality improvement initiatives within the IV pharmacy department Schedule: M-F: 8am-6pm Sa-Su: 9am-5pm

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Experience in an LTC pharmacy setting
Basic understanding of drugs, medication terminology, and metric system
Ability to operate a computer

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience desired
Workflow management, scheduling and performance management skills desired

Responsibilities

Participates in orientation, USP 797 training, and competency assessment
Provides support in training new staff members on IV procedures and protocols
Monitors workflow and reassigns IV Pharmacy Technicians as needed
Prepares IV Pharmacy Technician schedules to meet the needs of the pharmacy
Fills prescription items, as permitted by the State Board of Pharmacy, packaging medications for dispensing and for delivery, meeting the accuracy and productivity standards of the pharmacy
May perform the following: Works with automated machines for IV admixture medications
Manages inventory functions such as monitoring pharmaceutical levels and identify expired medications, managing to the pharmacy standard for Days on Hand
Inputs patient data and medication orders into a computer system to produce labels (data entry)
Mixes/packages IV medications and supplies
Disinfects IV room, equipment, and hood to meet daily and monthly requirements per USP 797
Services facility-based medication dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow) or emergency kits
Communicates with internal and external customers in a pleasant and professional manner
Assists IV supervisor/manager to ensure all job-related tasks are completed efficiently and effectively