Supervisor - Pharmacy Technicians - MMCP
About The Position
MaineHealth is hiring a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor for its IV Therapy Pharmacy. The position provides leadership, guidance, and support to sterile compounding pharmacy technicians across locations in Sanford, Scarborough, South Portland, and Brunswick. The supervisor supports daily pharmacy operations, staff training and education, and professional development while promoting teamwork, collaboration, and patient safety. The team prepares and dispenses chemotherapy and other infusion and injectable medications for patients receiving cancer care and other specialized treatments. This is a technical supervisory role overseeing pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students involved in medication compounding, dispensing, and distribution. The incumbent provides leadership to maintain consistent standards of practice and compliance and has global responsibility for technician-related issues.
Requirements
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
- Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Maine State Board of Pharmacy.
- Five years of clinical pharmacy experience.
- Two years of management experience.
- Knowledge of pharmacy practice and regulations.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to respond to requirements in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and analytically.
- Technical expertise with applications relevant to pharmacy operations.
Nice To Haves
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Pharmacy Technician, or a combination of education and relevant pharmacy management experience (four years).
Responsibilities
- Oversee pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students involved in medication compounding, dispensing, and distribution.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to sterile compounding pharmacy technicians across four locations.
- Support daily pharmacy operations.
- Support staff training, education, and professional development.
- Promote teamwork, collaboration, and patient safety.
- Ensure consistent standards of practice and compliance.
- Prepare work schedules and prioritize work assignments.
- Maintain a variety of records.
- Assist in developing department policies, procedures, and budgets.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work options
- Student loan assistance
- Professional development opportunities
- Well-being resources
- Comprehensive benefits
- Recognition programs
- Career growth opportunities
- Shift differentials or other incentives, where applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
