Pharmacy Technician - Operations Coordinator
About The Position
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 year pharmacy or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge and ability to use any technology, equipment, or computers necessary for preparation and distribution of medications.
- Knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical and medical terminology, as well as pharmaceutical calculations.
- Experience with MS office (Word and Excel).
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board within 180 Days
- RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree with a Healthcare focus.
- 5 years in hospital pharmacy environment.
Responsibilities
- Fills medication orders from computer generated labels.
- Assists with the daily operations of the pharmacy.
- Collaborates with Pharmacy Systems Technician.
- Provides oversight of API and payroll.
- Assists employee with follow-up on payroll when discrepancies arise.
- Coordinates special events emergency drug supply.
- Coordinates and assigns all staff with floor inspections.
- Plans the flu procurement, storage, and return process for the annual flu season.
- Maintains nursing unit, "clinic", and event floor stock.
- Prepares schedules for technician staff across the network.
- Creates and maintains holiday schedule for technicians.
- Implements and/or participates in department quality improvement activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
