Lead Pharmacy Technician - Ops, Compliance & Automation

John Muir Health; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 55,035 - 74,293; Full time

Job summary

John Muir Health is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician to provide frontline technical leadership in pharmacy operations. The role focuses on Pyxis/ADC replenishment, controlled substances workflows, and sterile compounding, with cross-training across standard duties.

The candidate will support quality and compliance, escalating clinical or regulatory issues to the pharmacist‑in‑charge or Pharmacy Technician Supervisor. Strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years as a pharmacy technician in a hospital or health-system setting.
• Experience in Pyxis/ADC replenishment or sterile compounding preferred.
• Lead, trainer, or preceptor experience required.
• Board of Pharmacy/DEA inspections experience preferred.
• Experience with automation/technology optimization projects.
• Sterile compounding certification per USP <797> current competency required for focus area.
• DEA compliance and background checks as required.
• National certification as a Pharmacy Technician required.
• Within 9 months of hire, meet regulatory and competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacy operations focus area with frontline technical leadership.
• Ensure accurate, safe medication distribution per laws and hospital policy.
• Escalate clinical or regulatory issues to pharmacist-in-charge.
• Support quality and compliance within the focus area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Pharmacy IT systems

Automation technology

Training & mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Program

California Pharmacy Technician Registration

National Certification: CPhT/ExCPT

Advanced tech certification (CSPT)

Job description

John Muir Health is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician to provide frontline technical leadership in pharmacy operations. The role focuses on Pyxis/ADC replenishment, controlled substances workflows, and sterile compounding, with cross-training across standard duties.

The candidate will support quality and compliance, escalating clinical or regulatory issues to the pharmacist‑in‑charge or Pharmacy Technician Supervisor. Strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential.