Pharmacy Automation Systems Administrator - Pharmacy Technician

Location:

Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing “A-rated” patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.

Summary:

The Pharmacy Automations System Administrator is a registered and certified pharmacy technician who is responsible for providing specialized technical support, implementation and/or upgrades, monitoring, user training and project management of pharmacy systems. Additionally, provides a high level of assistance in compliance with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists.

Responsibilities:

Collaborates with staff and/or vendors to troubleshoot and resolve hardware/software errors by running diagnostics, prioritizing and assessing impact of issues.Supervises, trains, directs and serves as an internal resource for pharmacy technicians to support department operations.Performs all pharmacy technician roles and functions including coverage of inventory procurement responsibilities as needed.Monitors Quality and Assurance processes involving automation systems and prepares drug utilization trends analysis and reports to maintain safe and optimal operational efficiency.Collaborates with colleagues and other management team members to solve cross departmental problems.Analyzes inventory movement, makes inventory rotations and recommendations for PAR levels for automated dispensing cabinets. Reviews expired inventory reports, identifies trends and makes recommendations to leadership for improved inventory management.Oversees installation and upgrade of software, manages virtual servers, and integrates automation processes. Manages system resources including capacity, availability, security and recovery.Audits and reconciles narcotic dispenses and monitors drug diversion as required by regulatory bodies including but not limited to, CMS, Joint Commision, DEA, Board of Pharmacy and reports findings to the consultant of record for the pharmacy department.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING - PHAP, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICATION SAFETY - PHARMACY SYSTEM, PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT, PHARMACY SUPPLY MAINTENANCE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), Certified Pharmacy Technician Exam (EXCPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: The role requires advanced technological, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to lead and work well with others in a team and with minimal supervision.The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a pharmacy technician.Advanced computer and automation skills preferred. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Associates degree preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Bending and Stooping = 60%
•  Climbing = 20%
•  Keyboard Entry = 60%
•  Kneeling = 20%
•  Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
•  Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
•  Reaching = 60%
•  Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
•  Running = 40%
•  Sitting = 60%
•  Squatting = 60%
•  Standing = 60%
•  Walking = 60%
•  Audible Speech = 60%
•  Hearing Acuity = 60%
•  Smelling Acuity = 40%
•  Taste Discrimination = 0%
•  Depth Perception = 60%
•  Distinguish Color = 60%
•  Seeing - Far = 60%
•  Seeing - Near = 60%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 20%
•  Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 20%
•  Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 20%
•  Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
•  Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 20%
•  Asbestos = 0%
•  Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
•  Dust = 60%
•  Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 20%
•  Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
•  Hazardous Medication = 60%
•  Latex = 60%
•  Computer Monitor = 60%
•  Domestic Animals = 20%
•  Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
•  Fire Risk = 20%
•  Hazardous Noise = 40%
•  Heating Devices = 0%
•  Hypoxia = 0%
•  Laser/High Intensity Lights = 40%
•  Magnetic Fields = 60%
•  Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
•  Needles/Sharp Objects = 20%
•  Potential Electric Shock = 0%
•  Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
•  Radiation = 0%
•  Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
•  Unprotected Heights = 0%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift:

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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