Sr. Pharmacy Tech
About The Position
Under moderate supervision and according to established policies and procedures, assists in coordinating the technician operations of the department and performs the duties of a Pharmacy Technician, as needed. Assists the Lead Pharmacist or designee in designing, coordinating and implementing high quality and cost effective pharmacy technician services. Monitors effectiveness of technician services and related policies/procedures and recommends changes, as needed. Provides oversight and direction to technicians, as needed. Provides orientation/training to new employees; provides updated information regarding changes in policies/procedures; provides continuing education in-services to employees. Maintains necessary record-keeping and training documentation pertinent to areas of responsibility. Inspects assigned area(s) on a monthly basis for proper storage and labeling of medications and expired medications; completes necessary inspection documentation. Promotes sense of team effort together with pharmacists and technicians. Assists in identifying/researching problems and issues related to department budget and patient billing. Performs the duties of a Pharmacy Technician. Attends educational seminars/in-services to maintain or enhance skills and competencies. Adheres to pharmacy policies, procedures, and objectives; maintains a professional appearance and a clean, safe environment. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- One to three years of pharmacy experience.
- Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan by 10/1/15.
Nice To Haves
- Certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists in coordinating the technician operations of the department and performs the duties of a Pharmacy Technician, as needed.
- Assists the Lead Pharmacist or designee in designing, coordinating and implementing high quality and cost effective pharmacy technician services.
- Monitors effectiveness of technician services and related policies/procedures and recommends changes, as needed.
- Provides oversight and direction to technicians, as needed.
- Provides orientation/training to new employees; provides updated information regarding changes in policies/procedures; provides continuing education in-services to employees.
- Maintains necessary record-keeping and training documentation pertinent to areas of responsibility.
- Inspects assigned area(s) on a monthly basis for proper storage and labeling of medications and expired medications; completes necessary inspection documentation.
- Promotes sense of team effort together with pharmacists and technicians.
- Assists in identifying/researching problems and issues related to department budget and patient billing.
- Performs the duties of a Pharmacy Technician.
- Attends educational seminars/in-services to maintain or enhance skills and competencies.
- Adheres to pharmacy policies, procedures, and objectives; maintains a professional appearance and a clean, safe environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
