Pharmacy Technician Supervisor

Overview

Belong. Connect. Thrive.

At Emory Healthcare our team is leading the way in shaping the future of health care. We unite to improve lives through innovation, compassion, and unwavering commitment to achieving unparalleled excellence in patient care. Our pharmacy staff works side by side with our fellow health care providers creating an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care. The Pharmacy at Emory’s goal is to provide patient- and-family centered medication management to the patients we serve. We’re defining a new standard of care for humankind.

Description

Under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist Leader, the Supervisor, Pharmacy Technician will coordinate daily pharmacy technician and intern workflow in their respective shift or specialty area.

Primarily responsible for the training, monitoring, and troubleshooting of automatic systems and equipment, devices, and IV workflow solutions.

Supports and monitors routine environmental monitoring, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination activities and documentation, and ensures routine quality assurance inspections, including the examination of product integrity and expiration.

Appropriately reports safety concerns and/or forwards opportunities to appropriate pharmacy personnel.

Manages and oversees all site-specific orientation and training of new pharmacy technicians through the procurement, preparation, packaging, distribution, and disposal of medications and pharmaceutical supplies.

The Supervisor, Pharmacy Technician oversees technician accountability for quality assurance processes to maintain pharmacy operations for their shift, in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.

The Supervisor, Pharmacy Technician will assume human resource responsibilities, including but not limited to managing employee scheduling, coaching, feedback and performance appraisals in compliance with departmental standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Successful completion of an ASHP accredited technician training program preferred.

At least five years experience or three years of related pharmacy experience as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). Some supervisory experience preferred.

Current CPhT certification through either PTCB or NHA and active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration.

Must maintain certification and registration through entire length of employment.

Must be able to demonstrate within the first year full competency in at least 3 primary scheduled areas with a general understanding of all competencies and processes related to that site of work.

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Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.

Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.

Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS:

EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division

St. Joseph's Hospital

Campus Location

Atlanta, GA, 30342

Campus Location

US-GA-Atlanta

Department

SJH Pharmaceutical Services

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

131408

Job Category

Pharmacy

Schedule

Other

Standard Hours

40 Hours

Hourly Minimum

USD $26.50/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint

USD $32.45/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.