Lead Pharmacy Tech
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare•Memphis, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The LD Pharmacy Tech is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing and controlling of Pharmacy Technician operational activities through the Pharmacy Department and the hospital in accordance with professional and MLH standards of practice. 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.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Certified Pharmacy Tech
- 1-3 years of experience
- Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy
- Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- perform complex pharmaceutical calculations
- practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings
- effectively use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice
- explain the operation of the drug distribution system in organized health care settings
- explain basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles
- understand aseptic technique
- perform complex pharmaceutical calculations
- practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings
- use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice
- complete technical functions of the drug distribution system for organized health care settings
- apply basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles
- prepare sterile products
- complete order entry procedures
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Technical Degree or Diploma Pharmacy Technician
- Supervisory or Management experience
- Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy
- Certified Pharmacy Technician- ExCPT - National Healthcareer Association
Responsibilities
- Directs and monitors workflow of other technicians in conjunction with Pharmacy Coordinator or Pharmacy Manager.
- Prepares and coordinates work schedules and staffing and answers questions and resolves issues when needed.
- Assists in hiring and training of new Associates.
- Assists Pharmacy Administration in planning, organizing, implementing, and controlling activities and operations for pharmacy services throughout the department and the hospital.
- Assists Pharmacy Administration in development and implementation of plans to control costs and improve area operations.
- Assists Pharmacy Administration in leadership, in maintaining productive efficient workflow, and in promoting cooperation among individuals and groups.
- Provides guidance and leadership to promote teamwork by exhibiting a good work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Takes a leadership role in absence of Lead Pharmacist or Manager.
- Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
- Provides day-to-day guidance and assigns work to Pharmacy Techs.
Benefits
- Associates can grow their career caring for others.
- Recognized and rewarded
- Treated with respect
- Many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
