Lead Pharmacy Technician

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Mckeesport, PA

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About The Position

UPMC McKeesport is currently hiring a fulltime Lead Pharmacy Tech to join our team! This position will mainly work Monday thru Friday, daylight shift. There may be occasional holiday/weekend responsibility in order to support the needs of the department. The Lead Pharmacy Technician provides pharmaceutical care to patients within the UPMC Health System by demonstrating proficiency in knowledge, skills, and leadership in a designated area of pharmacy operations. Examples of areas that a Lead Pharmacy Technician may include the sterile products area, RobotRX operations, general pharmacy operations, operating room, non-sterile product packaging areas, and controlled substances. The Lead Pharmacy Technician is responsible for coordinating daily activities with pharmacists and pharmacy management, mentoring and instructing new technicians in designated areas of responsibility, and developing policies and procedures optimize general workflow and better provide effective patient care and pharmacy services. These services are provided in compliance with state and federal regulations, The Joint Commission Standards, and the mission and policies of the hospital and department.

Requirements

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent or Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program.
• Five years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Operation Specialist.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in current position.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead departmental quality improvement activities in order to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational and patient care indicators.
• Provide direction and leadership for designated technical aspects associated with medication preparation in the pharmacy department.
• Oversee the coordination of daily activities, organization of duties and responsibilities, and the development of workflow guidelines and other necessary tools to maximize productivity in designated area.
• Assist in training other Pharmacy Technicians in determining their ability to function in designated area of the Pharmacy department.
• Assist in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation and distribution of investigational and study drugs.
• Provide feedback to the needs of the department and other associates in a respectful and effective manner consistent with UPMC values.
• Exhibit effectiveness during interactions with other hospital personnel in a manner supportive of our culture of service excellence.
• Develop workflow guidelines, policies and procedures, and other necessary tools to maximize productivity, standardize practice, and maintain regulatory readiness in area of responsibility.
• Oversee and instruct other associates in the designated area regarding day-to-day activities.
• Regularly inspect the designated area to ensure that it is clean and well-maintained.
• Provide progressive technical knowledge, coordination of activities, support of new initiatives, and create a shared experience and support among associates within designated area.
• Finalize sales using cash register, follow proper cash handling policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports as required to support pharmacy activities.
• Demonstrate a service orientation toward patients, staff and visitors.
• Convey a positive, professional image at all times.
• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge understanding the laws associated with the purchasing and distribution of controlled substances.
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and skill in maintaining controlled substance records and the distribution process for controlled substances.
• Audit and maintain accurate records for controlled substances.
• Assure that all such drugs are stored and dispensed in compliance with Federal, State, and Department Regulations.
• Demonstrate competency in performing high skill level activities in designated area such as sterile products/IV admixtures, controlled substances, robot operation, packaging operations, and operating room.
• Accurately complete departmental documentation and billing by the end of each scheduled shift in accordance with Department procedures.
• Participate in the distribution of medication including medication cassettes, emergency medication carts and the delivery of controlled substances per department policy and state and federal requirements.
• Maintain all pertinent documentation as required.
• Procure and maintain adequate inventory levels on daily basis in applicable areas such pharmacy medication stock rooms, automated medication carousels, and automated dispensing machines.
• Ensure that all medications in all areas have been safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Comply with Federal and State laws such as HIPAA, regulations such as OSHA, and PBM contracting requirements such as FWA and CMS.
• Assist in filling medication orders through correct labeling, counting and stocking practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees