Manager - Pharmacy Technician Services Levine Cancer Institute Department of Pharmacy FT

Overview

Job Summary

FT. Primarily day shift with after hour call. Based out of Morehead, but traveling to all LCI locations will be part of the regular job responsibilities.

Manages the day to day technical support operations of the inpatient Pharmacy systems. Provides general and direct supervision of the technicians. Manages the distribution of pharmaceuticals to all units in the hospital, clinics and other ancillary departments.

Essential Functions

• Supervises employees, performs appraisals, identifies and implements learning needs, recruits and hires new technical support staff.
• Manages the distribution of pharmaceutical products: organizes distribution functions, resolves distribution issues, develops workflow patterns and staffing assignments, and identifies areas needing process improvement.
• Ensures proper controlled substance documentation occurs for all transactions: performs routine audits of Secure Vault, automated dispensing machines and MAR documentation; completes DEA 222 order forms; completes controlled substances invoices.
• Initiates and supports quality improvement efforts: Oversees the performance and completion of appropriate quality assurance systems.
• Ensures the production of sterile parenteral products, non-sterile extemporaneous compounding and repackaging in accordance with accepted standards of pharmacy practice.

   

Physical Requirements

 

Works primarily in the pharmacy. Delivers medications to nursing units. Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of 50 pounds maximum and lifting 25 pounds of material. May be required to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat, or kneel to perform job. Works with potentially hazardous agents. Otherwise, hazards are very minor such as minor cuts, bruises, and non-contaminated needle pricks. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity. Must be able to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, and data entry into the computer and automated dispensing machines. Must have use of both hands, be able to see clearly and read small type such as that on unit-dose medication packages and syringes. Must be able to speak and be understood by others. Must be able to hear normal sounds with moderate background noises.

Education, Experience and Certifications

H.S. Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors Degree preferred. Certified Pharmacy Technician required. A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience is preferred.  Must have proficient knowledge of USP 797 and USP 800 with previous IV room experience.  Must be able to communicate effectively and build relationships with different members of the healthcare team.  5 years of hospital or infusion experience preferred.  Proficient with Microsoft applications