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Posted: 22-Jan-25
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 252847
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Occ Summary
This individual performs, under supervis ion, avariety of duties inaccordance to department procedures, which may berelated to theprocurement, preparation, distribution and storage of d rugs, as well as,provision of clinical pharmacy services according to th ePharmacy's rolein ensuring safe medication use.Individuals eligible for pharmacy technician III are competent in alltasks associated with pharma cytechnician level I and pharmacytechnician level II. Pharmacy technici an III staff must achieve andmaintain certification by the Pharmacy Tech nician Certification Board.The pharmacy technician III coordinates techn ician staff and activitiesand/or is responsible for specific advanced du ties(e.g., AutomatedDispensing Cabinet, Sterile Preparation QA Specialis t,MedicationInspection Specialist and Procurement Specialist).
< h3>Work Performed
Coordinator:Perform all aspects of the job func tions of the technicians coordinatedby this position (i.e., Level I & Le vel II).Provide leadership and supervision for the technician group in t heachievement of day-to-day tasks; assist with troubleshooting ofproblem s.Review and update policy and procedure documents related to technician job functions.Assure consistent, compliant and safe technician work prac tices toestablished unit, department, state or federal rules and regulat ions;assure quality control in the provision of services.Screen, intervi ewand recommend technician applicants for employmentProvide input, assis twith evaluation of technician performance based ondeveloped standards a nd provide feedback accordingly.Develop training materials and assure ap propriate training of alltechniciansAssist in staff development and skil ls maintenance activities.Participate in division goal planning or quali ty improvement activitiesand ensure adoption of resulting practice expec tations by the techniciangroup.Manage technician scheduling and assure t hat daily job functions areexecuted adequately.Complete time and attenda nce records for payroll per DUHS policies.Conduct and manage technicianm esupply chain management, including adherence to inventorycontrol proced uetings to provide a forum for exchangeof information and ideas.Oversees res and maintenance of non-Dukevendor inventory (e.g.,auxiliary labels, office supplies).Respond to internal and external customer service reque sts.Perform other related duties incidental to work described hereinSpec ialist:Effectively follows policy and procedures with anin-depth unders tandingof the designated areaReview and update policy and procedure docu ments related to technicianjob functionsAssure consistent, compliantands afe technician work practices toestablished unit, department, stateorfed eral rules and regulations;assure quality control in the provision ofser vices.Manage designated responsibilities while being able to shift to he lpteam membersMonitors designated activity, proactively identifies and r esolvespotential problems, develops and implements solutions toidentifie dproblemsComplete and accurate documentation supporting designated activ ities orprocedures is maintained as neededCreate reports for internal pu rposes to assist in the ongoing monitoringof designated areaServe asa pr imary training resource for developing competency inspecialtyareasPerfor m other related duties incidental to work described herein
K nowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledgeof drugnames , medical terminology andpharmaceutical calculations.Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word and PowerPointStrong writtenand verbal comm unication skills.Requires critical thinking skills with ability to imple ment solutions.Excellent customer service skills including prioritizingt he needs ofpatients and multidisciplinary team members while displaying empathy inall interactions to ensure complete satisfaction.Strong organi zational skills including staying focused on assigned taskand using time and resources effectively and efficiently to achieve jobexpectations.Ty pical physical demands include ability to perform the job whilestanding, reaching, stretching, stooping, and sitting for prolongedtimes;manualde xterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensingfunctions ofthe job; a bility to liftup to 20 lbs., while walking,stooping,bendingand reaching.
Level Characteristics
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Pharmacy Tech 1 or or or or High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited pharmacy technician-training program. Acceptance into pharmacy school. High school diploma or equivalent and one year of pharmacy or health care related experience. Pharmacy Tech II High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited pharmacy technician-training program. Acceptance into pharmacy school. High school diploma or equivalent and one year of pharmacy or health care related experience.
Experience
Pharmacy Tech 1 N/A Pharmacy Tech II Minimum of one years related experience.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Pharmacy Tech 1 Must be registered with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy within the first 180 days. Pharmacy Tech II North Carolina Boardof Pharmacy registration is required. Pharmacy Technician certification is required from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT).
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