Lead Pharmacy Technician & Training Coordinator

Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician to support day-to-day pharmacy operations, coordinate technician activities, and ensure competence and customer service across the team.

The role involves scheduling, orientation and training of new technicians, and serves as system administrator for pharmacy software, with backup duties in purchasing and ongoing collaboration with pharmacists and leadership.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Current registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy is required; certification must be obtained within specified time frames.
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Strong math, attention to detail, and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pharmacist supervision and communicate with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develops bi-weekly technician schedule and coordinates PDO coverage.
• Coordinate orientation, training, and certification of technicians, including 90-day onboarding.
• Serve as system administrator for pharmacy software programs and act as backup for pharmacy buyers.
• Participate in technician interviews and contribute to annual performance reviews.
• Perform duties of a technician as needed and support other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Math aptitude

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication with leadership

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Board of Pharmacy registration

Tools

Veriform unit inspection tracking software

KitCheck emergency tray scanning software

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician to support day-to-day pharmacy operations, coordinate technician activities, and ensure competence and customer service across the team.

The role involves scheduling, orientation and training of new technicians, and serves as system administrator for pharmacy software, with backup duties in purchasing and ongoing collaboration with pharmacists and leadership.