Pharmacy Technician - Operations Coordinator

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to coordinate the pharmacy team’s daily operations across multiple facilities. The role supports technicians, interns, and operations while driving process improvements and overseeing flu season logistics.

The incumbent will participate in scheduling, payroll adjustments, attendance tracking, and training as part of the Pharmacy Leadership team. A High School Diploma/GED with pharmacy experience is required, with CPhT and RPT

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 year pharmacy or supervisory experience.
• Ability to use technology, equipment, or computers for preparation and distribution of medications.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology, and basic pharmaceutical calculations.
• Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel).
• Must obtain CPhT within 180 days and RPT as required by Pennsylvania law.

Responsibilities

• Fills medication orders from computer generated labels.
• Assists with the daily operations of the pharmacy.
• Collaborates with Pharmacy Systems Technician.
• Provides oversight of API and payroll.
• Assists employee with follow-up on payroll when discrepancies arise.
• Coordinates special events emergency drug supply.
• Coordinates and assigns all staff with floor inspections.
• Plans the flu procurement, storage, and return process for the annual flu season.
• Maintains nursing unit,
• clinic
• and event floor stock.
• Prepares schedules for technician staff across the network.
• Creates and maintains holiday schedule for technicians.
• Implements and/or participates in department quality improvement activities.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Pharmaceutical calculations

Supervisory experience

Technology/computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician

RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician (PA)

Tools

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Coordinates activity of pharmacy technicians, interns, and various operations of the pharmacy department along with the Pharmacy Leadership team. Develops, recommends, and executes process improvement initiatives. Coordinates annual flu campaign, scheduling, payroll adjustments, attendance tracking, and training.

Job Duties

• Fills medication orders from computer generated labels.
• Assists with the daily operations of the pharmacy.
• Collaborates with Pharmacy Systems Technician.
• Provides oversight of API and payroll.
• Assists employee with follow-up on payroll when discrepancies arise.
• Coordinates special events emergency drug supply.
• Coordinates and assigns all staff with floor inspections.
• Plans the flu procurement, storage, and return process for the annual flu season.
• Maintains nursing unit, "clinic", and event floor stock.
• Prepares schedules for technician staff across the network.
• Creates and maintains holiday schedule for technicians.
• Implements and/or participates in department quality improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED 1 year pharmacy or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and ability to use any technology, equipment, or computers necessary for preparation and distribution of medications.
• Knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical and medical terminology, as well as pharmaceutical calculations.
• Experience with MS office (Word and Excel).
• CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board within 180 Days and RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with a Healthcare focus.
• 5 years in hospital pharmacy environment.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 1627 Chew St Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- 17th Street Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Rotating schedule M-F 7am-6pm Department: 1004-09257 LVPS 17th St - CC

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. Lehigh Valley Health Network is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.