UPMC St. Margaret is currently hiring a Full-Time Pharmacy Ops Specialist to work primarily in the specialty area of Inventory Control. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday. No weekend or holiday coverage! UPMC St. Margaret offers onsite parking, a competitive wage and a generous total reward benefit package.
If you are a Pharmacy Technician who has experience in Inventory Control, apply today to see where your career can go!
The Pharmacy Ops Specialist is a valued step on the career ladder. The final candidate will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary structure based on education, skill and experience.
Purpose:
The Pharmacy Operations Specialist provides advanced operational support within pharmacy by demonstrating advanced knowledge of the responsibilities of a designated pharmacy role (i.e. Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, Information Technology, etc.) Provides progressive technical knowledge, coordination of activities, support of new initiatives and create a shared experience and support among associates. The Pharmacy Operations Specialist services are provided in compliance with Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
Responsibilities:
Assist in training other Operations Specialists in determining their ability to function in designated area of the Pharmacy department.
Oversee the coordination of daily activities, organization of duties and responsibilities, and the development of workflow guidelines and other necessary tools to maximize productivity in designated area.
Create and lead departmental quality improvement activities in order to continually improve and evaluate pharmaceutical care as reflected by operational indicators.
Collaborate with Pharmacy Administration on innovative projects and developments that further the Department's mission and goals.
Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image at all times.
Provide and received information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors. Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
Use computer skills to process and document information as needed for Operations Specialist's designated area
Provide feedback to the needs of the department and other associates in a respectful and effective manner consistent with UPMC values
Perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Provide progressive technical knowledge, coordination of activities, support of new initiatives, and create a shared experience and support among associates within designated area.
Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
Maintain all pertinent documentation as required.
Ensure that all medications in all areas have been safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
Oversee and instruct other associates in the designated area regarding day-to-day activities.
Senior: Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required OR Completion of an Accredited Pharmacy Technician Program AND 5 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician or a Pharmacy Operations Specialist
Intermediate: Completion of high school diploma or equivalent OR Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program AND one of the following: Two years of previous Pharmacy Technician experience OR Enrollment in good standing as a pharmacy student.
Associate: Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required OR Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program AND one of the following: Two years of previous Pharmacy Technician experience OR Enrollment in good standing as a pharmacy student
Must have demonstrated competency in all detailed aspects of the Pharmacy Operations Specialists DESIGNATED area which includes (Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, Information Technology, etc) Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Certification within Specialty AND/OR Pharmacy Technician Certification
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