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FULL-TIME Assists the Pharmacist by filling physician orders for medications for oral, rectal, topical and injectable use; mixes IV admixture solutions as required using aseptic technique in the Laminar Air Flow Hood if I. V. certified; types labels, prepares and files charge slips and performs other related duties. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The Lead Pharmacy Technician role is comprehensive and includes responsibility for drug purchasing, drug shortage management, drug recall audits, completion of controlled substance audits, oversight of USP Chapter <797> compliance, and components of technician training Drug purchasing responsibilities include daily ordering and monitoring for drug shortages Drug recall audit responsibilities include review of drug recall notices and evaluation of current inventory Controlled substance audit responsibilities include daily controlled substance inventory discrepancy resolution and review of daily and monthly diversion analytics reports USP Chapter <797> compliance responsibilities include evaluation of guideline compliance at the local level and education of other technicians when procedures change The Lead Pharmacy Technician also supports other pharmacy technicians by filling in when needed and providing hands-on training on a variety of pharmacy topics like regulatory compliance, sterile compounding, pharmacy automation, hazardous medications, and medication safety, to name a few.
The Lead Technician also trains new technicians on pharmacy operations. Other responsibilities include: Management of patient-specific medication distribution Modification of drug inventory in automated dispensing systems when formulary changes occur Data entry into the track and trace software for supply chain management Interviewing applicants for pharmacy technician position BASIC SKILLS Basic computer knowledge.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED High School diploma or the equivalent. Pharmacy technician registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required ACPE accredited Sterile Compounding Certification required At least two (2) years of related pharmacy technician experience and/or training Knowledge of all technician roles Beneficial skills include: ability to manage data in spreadsheets, run an effective meeting, give effective feedback, and utilize project management techniques Education in all age groups ranging from newborn to the geriatric population obtained either in school education, experience or subsequent training.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to stand, sit, walk for extended periods of time.
Must be able to discern colors. Education High School (required) Licenses and Certifications Cert Phlebotomy Tech (required)
About the role
The Lead Pharmacy Technician role is comprehensive and includes responsibility for drug purchasing, drug shortage management, drug recall audits, completion of controlled substance audits, oversight of USP Chapter <797> compliance, and components of technician training