Pharmacy Technician Coordinator, First Shift, Infusion Pharmacy, Blood Cancer Healing Center
- Req. Number: 11958
- Address: 3188 Bellevue Avenue
- City, State: Cincinnati, OH
- Job Type: Full time
- Posted Date: 5/28/2024
Job Description
Location: UC Medical Center -- Barrett Cancer Center; Blood Cancer Healing Center
Department: Infusion Pharmacy Services
Hours: Day Shift
Shift: First
UC Health is hiring for Pharmacy Technician Coordinator, in our infusion pharmacy department in the Barrett Cancer Center; Blood Cancer Healing Center
Under the supervision of and collaboration with the Pharmacy Manager, and according to standard procedure, the Coordinator-Pharmacy Technician Operations is responsible for developing, planning, and coordinating the operations of the infusion pharmacy services department. This can include, but is not limited to, coordinating and performing drug procurement purchasing, workflow coordination, supporting processes and services related to drug, equipment, and supplies. Additional tasks may include technology management, inventory management, distribution, and record keeping for medications in the pharmacy department as well as the associated clinics and departments that require medications; initiating purchase orders for pharmaceuticals, supplies, and service contracts; receiving and distribution of supplies, processing purchase requisitions, authorizing payment for wholesaler invoices, maintaining adequate inventory levels, providing inventory action and communication relative to shortages, recalls, alternative product source and selection. The Coordinator will collaborate within their facility and across the system as necessary for medication ordering, inventory management, medication distribution, auditing, and record keeping, ensuring that all regulatory standards are met and maintained. In addition, they maintain an active technician certification and the competency to be able to assist in times of extreme technician shortage or emergency.
About the Blood Cancer Healing Center
The Blood Cancer Healing Center is designed to be an unparalleled hub of expertise and support that will redefine care for blood cancer patients and their families. The center includes dedicated spaces for whole-person patient care, novel treatments, and basic/translational research-all in one building, all dedicated to the future of cancer care.
What we're offering through the Blood Cancer Healing Center is revolutionary. Come join us at the nation's newest and most comprehensive blood cancer facility devoted to research and improved, whole-person care for blood cancer patients-all under one roof.
Unit Details:
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education: Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: Associate degree.
License and Certification: Required: Pharmacy technician certification (Preferred: PTCB pharmacy technician certification). Required: Certified technician registered with the state of Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
Years of Experience: Minimum Required: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience in Hospital/Health System Pharmacy or Equivalent. Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience in Hospital/Health System Pharmacy or Equivalent In Hospital/Health System Pharmacy Leadership.
Required Skills and Knowledge: Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergent requests; exercise sound professional judgment; communicate effectively (orally and in writing); and meet the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by UC Health.
Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
Location: UC Medical Center -- Barrett Cancer Center; Blood Cancer Healing Center
Department: Infusion Pharmacy Services
Hours: Day Shift
Shift: First
UC Health is hiring for Pharmacy Technician Coordinator, in our infusion pharmacy department in the Barrett Cancer Center; Blood Cancer Healing Center
Under the supervision of and collaboration with the Pharmacy Manager, and according to standard procedure, the Coordinator-Pharmacy Technician Operations is responsible for developing, planning, and coordinating the operations of the infusion pharmacy services department. This can include, but is not limited to, coordinating and performing drug procurement purchasing, workflow coordination, supporting processes and services related to drug, equipment, and supplies. Additional tasks may include technology management, inventory management, distribution, and record keeping for medications in the pharmacy department as well as the associated clinics and departments that require medications; initiating purchase orders for pharmaceuticals, supplies, and service contracts; receiving and distribution of supplies, processing purchase requisitions, authorizing payment for wholesaler invoices, maintaining adequate inventory levels, providing inventory action and communication relative to shortages, recalls, alternative product source and selection. The Coordinator will collaborate within their facility and across the system as necessary for medication ordering, inventory management, medication distribution, auditing, and record keeping, ensuring that all regulatory standards are met and maintained. In addition, they maintain an active technician certification and the competency to be able to assist in times of extreme technician shortage or emergency.
About the Blood Cancer Healing Center
The Blood Cancer Healing Center is designed to be an unparalleled hub of expertise and support that will redefine care for blood cancer patients and their families. The center includes dedicated spaces for whole-person patient care, novel treatments, and basic/translational research-all in one building, all dedicated to the future of cancer care.
What we're offering through the Blood Cancer Healing Center is revolutionary. Come join us at the nation's newest and most comprehensive blood cancer facility devoted to research and improved, whole-person care for blood cancer patients-all under one roof.
Unit Details:
- Learning environment allows for constant development.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401K
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Community Discounts
Responsibilities
- Creates and maintains processes for medication, supplies, and equipment procurement to ensure optimal inventory management.
- Assists departmental leadership with financial management of medication/supplies.
- Ensures that the department meets or exceeds all regulatory and accreditation standards related to pharmacy purchasing and inventory management.
- Ensures that the department meets or exceeds all requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act as set forth by the federal government.
- Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department.
- Coordinate and assist with human resource activities within the area of responsibility.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: Associate degree.
License and Certification: Required: Pharmacy technician certification (Preferred: PTCB pharmacy technician certification). Required: Certified technician registered with the state of Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
Years of Experience: Minimum Required: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience in Hospital/Health System Pharmacy or Equivalent. Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience in Hospital/Health System Pharmacy or Equivalent In Hospital/Health System Pharmacy Leadership.
Required Skills and Knowledge: Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergent requests; exercise sound professional judgment; communicate effectively (orally and in writing); and meet the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by UC Health.
Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
