Cumberland, MD, 21503, USA
1 day ago
Supervisor, Pharmacy Technicians
UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor! This role will supervise the daily operational functions of the pharmacy department. Act as a liaison on matters pertaining to pharmacy operations and patient care. Assume supervisory responsibility for department employees engaged in providing pharmacy services to the hospital. This is a full time position that will work Monday through Friday, no weekends or holidays required! Responsibilities: + Oversee purchasing and inventory control, ensuring compliance with DEA regulations. + Establish and maintain effective communication within the department and with hospital staff. + Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (JCAHO, Pennsylvania Department of Health, FDA, DEA, USP, OSHA). + Supervise pharmacy personnel to ensure high-quality, accurate, and efficient pharmacy services. + Assist in recruiting and orienting pharmacy staff, conducting performance appraisals, and addressing personnel issues. + Stay updated on developments in the field through continuing education and professional engagement. + Provide training and testing to ensure employee competency and maintain necessary documentation. + Develop and enforce department policies and procedures. + Ensure patient safety by managing staffing schedules and adjusting as needed. + Prepare and monitor capital and operating budgets. + Coordinate pharmacy scheduling to ensure adequate coverage. + Oversee the packaging, labeling, and distribution of medications, continuously seeking improvements. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional pharmacy services in a supportive and collaborative environment! + Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required + 5 years of experience, 2 of which should be in a leadership capacity. + Analytical/problem solving ability necessary to participate in the development of department procedures and goals. Participate in the analyses of operational problem and proposals and direct inventory control. + Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of hospital personnel, communicate with vendors, and cooperate with the nursing and medical staffs. + Supervisory skills necessary to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the activities of both professional and non-professional employees. Ability to work independently. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner to manage multiple projects. Personal computer skills. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
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