Lead Pharmacy Technician

Overview

Lead Pharmacy Technician

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Peninsula Overview:

Peninsula Behavioral Health, a division of Parkwest Medical Center and part of Covenant Health, is a leading provider of mental health services in East Tennessee. With decades of experience, Peninsula offers compassionate, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults through inpatient and outpatient programs across multiple counties. From psychiatric treatment and therapy to specialized senior care, Peninsula is committed to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and live healthy, productive lives.

To learn more about Peninsula Behavioral Health and our units, visit Peninsula Behavioral Health Opportunities.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, performs functions pertaining to the dispensing of medications. Technical functions are expanded to include problem solving skills and quality improvement involvement. Leadership and Supervisory skills are required to include demonstrated written and verbal communication that supports the overall objectives of the department.

Responsibilities

• All position accountability and performance criteria for level I, level II technician and advanced pharmacy technicians are essential.
• Assists in the development of new projects.
• Actively involved in intra-departmental communication and dissemination of related information.
• Actively participates in pharmacy related community projects when needed.
• Responsible for preparing technician and pharmacist schedules and ensuring shifts are covered with the appropriate staff and skill level to meet departmental needs.
• Supervises the level 1-3 technicians in the performance of their assigned roles on a daily basis.
• Competent to evaluate the performance of level I, II and advanced technicians.
• Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs as well as safety, environmental and infection control standards in the performance of work duties.
• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Attend meetings as required and participates on committees as directed. Attends and serves on professional/civic service organizations as hospital representative.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High School or equivalent; completion of high school algebra and typing skills required (verify algebra and typing courses in curriculum). Prefer Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training or basic college courses.

Minimum Experience

Five (5) years experience or four (4) years with State approved certification

Licensure Requirement

The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy requires newly hired probationary employees to be licensed by the end of their first 90 days of hire and to maintain their Technician License in active status thereafter.