Supervisor, Pharmacy Technicians

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPEREINCE, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Must have ONE of the following combinations of education and experience:

• Bachelor's degreeANDOne (1) yearof management or pharmacy experience in training, leadership, or other related specialized experience.

• Associates degreeANDThree (3) year's pharmacy experience in training, leadership, or other related specialized experience.

• High school diploma or equivalentANDFive (5) year's pharmacy experience in training, leadership, or other related specialized experience.

2. Certified Pharmacy Technician through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or The National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

3. Must possess a current license as required by state board where services will be provided:

WV: Pharmacy Technician License OR Trainee License through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy

PA: No state license issued

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assigns, coordinates and monitors the workflow of Pharmacy Technicians to provide efficient drug distribution.
2. Routinely evaluates technician responsibilities and distributes in efficient and equitable manner.
3. Coordinates technician projects and assignments with pharmacy managers to achieve hospital and department goals.
4. Oversees the education and training of pharmacy technicians.
5. Conducts and documents technician departmental orientation and training. Coordinates technician orientation in all pharmacy service areas.
6. Coordinates continuing education programs for pharmacy technicians in the department.
7. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with external, accredited technician training programs.
8. Conducts technician performance reviews according to hospital format.
9. Completes or oversees department work schedule. Adjusts technician staffing as needed based on planned and unplanned employee absences.
10. Performs the essential duties and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician when scheduled to staff and/or when working an open shift.
11. Follows up to insure that requested projects are completed properly.
12. Interviews and hires applicants for technician positions in the department and coordinates peer-interview process.
13. Annually evaluates technician competency assessments and make improvements when necessary.
14. Ensures that all technicians maintain current state and national registration/certifications.
15. Completes personnel management duties for assigned staff.
16. Conducts routine technician meetings.
17. Participates in division meetings with manager.
18. Consistently ensures that technicians follow department and hospital policies and procedures.
19. Initiates corrective action, with Pharmacy Management guidance, in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk and stand or sit for long periods of time.
2. Must be able to lift 30 pounds and must be able to push 50 pounds.
3. Dexterity required to finger, handle, and reach.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must possess a high level of interpersonal skills and poise
2. Excellent verbal, written and decision making skills