PHARMACY TECH LEAD D/E Operations

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is Carilion Clinic... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. The Pharmacy Technician Lead coordinates the daily activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient medication distribution and pharmacy operations. Oversees workflow, training, scheduling, and performance support while serving as a key resource for process improvement and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
3 to 5 years of pharmacy experience required.
Registration with the Virginia Department of Health Professionals required.
Pharmacy Technician Certified Board Certification relevant to work area is required within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to maintain familiarity with a large number (1000-2000) of medications and focused on attention to detail/accuracy.
Must be customer service oriented.
Requires knowledge and use of general office equipment and procedures, including computer/keyboard.
Must be able to solve simple mathematical and logistical problems in the work environment.
Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.

Nice To Haves

CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - HOSPITAL
MUST HAVE OR BE READY TO OBTAIN VA REGISTRY

Responsibilities

Provides daily direction, guidance, and technical oversight for pharmacy technicians across assigned areas.
Supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training for pharmacy technicians; validate competencies and maintain documentation.
Assists with creating and maintaining technician work schedules to ensure appropriate coverage and workload balance.
Provides input on staff performance, improvement discussions, and disciplinary actions in collaboration with the Pharmacy Manager.
Verifies staff licensure compliance and ensure certifications are current and properly displayed.
Serves as the first point of contact for technical troubleshooting, workflow issues, and communication with other departments.
Compiles and reports operational metrics, audit findings, and expense summaries for pharmacy leadership.
Maintains and organizes departmental files, records, and documentation for audits and inspections.